Akia has delivered 85 city buses in Belgrade, Serbia

Turkish manufacturer Akia announces it has completed delivery of 85 city buses in Belgrade, Serbia. The vehicles belong to model Ultra LF12. In September 2024 the same company had completed delivery of 132 metrobuses for Istanbul’s BRT. Akia city buses for Belgrade As the manufacturer underlines, the vehicle “offers easy access to all passengers thanks […]

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Turkish manufacturer Akia announces it has completed delivery of 85 city buses in Belgrade, Serbia. The vehicles belong to model Ultra LF12. In September 2024 the same company had completed delivery of 132 metrobuses for Istanbul’s BRT.

Akia city buses for Belgrade

As the manufacturer underlines, the vehicle “offers easy access to all passengers thanks to its low-floor structure, ensures a comfortable journey for everyone”. Delivery was carried out from February to September 2024.

The bus model is a 12-meter city bus powered with a Mercedes-made 6-cylinders diesel engine delivering up to 210 kW and 1.120 Nm of peak torque. 

Akia has also delivered a total of 132 AKIA ULTRA LF25 metrobus vehicles, 60 in 2022 and 72 in 2023, each 25 meters long, to Istanbul BRT fleet.

The AKIA Ultra LF25 stands out with its length of 25 meters and a passenger capacity of 281, thanks to a double bellows and 5-axle design. Thanks to its steerable 5th axle, its maneuverability is greatly increased, and its powerful engine provides high climbing ability on the challenging roads of Istanbul.

The model features double-wing sliding doors, air conditioning system, electric fan system saving fuel while providing advantages such as easy maintenance and lower fire risk.

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