Elite Specification

Length 14m, width 2.55m, Height 3.7m

Framing
Jig built, welded stainless steel structure meeting the requirements of EU R 66 governing rollover strength. The entire structure is comprehensively treated with a primary protection to ensure a long operational life. recessed into ceiling. AM/ FM tuner, driver microphone on flexible mounting, crew microphone; First aid kit concealed in dash mounted holder; driver drinks holder and storage tray; air-suspended drivers seat; Driver storage behind drivers seat; Dash mounted storage box; Individual air-conditioning for the driver and crew; electrically operated drivers blind; Integrally mounted reverse camera with in dash mounted monitor; Driver and crew 12v accessory socket.

Exterior Panels
Single piece composite main side panels, bonded to the main structure. Pneumatically operated, 2 piece main locker doors, hinged side access panels and wheelarches. All locker doors aluminium framed with single piece aluminium skins. GRP front and rear panels, bonded and mechanically fixed to the main structure. GRP front and rear corner panels, vertically hinged to the main structure for access to lights etc.

Additional Features
Front foglights; LED digital clock, seat belt reminder and W/C status indicator; Either handed emergency mirror.

Exterior Features
Extra wide, power operated, outward opening plug entrance door with double glazed upper and integral kerb windows. Offside powered cloak secondary entrance door.

Optional Extras
DDA Compliance Incorporating front and side TRN and destination displays; rear TRN; equal height entrance steps; additional interior grab handles; accommodation for ticket issuing equipment etc. Pre-heater With digital timer and automatic low fuel level cut off. Enhanced entertainment Further options to enhance the comprehensive standard fitment to meet specific requirements are available. Please contact your distributor. Seats Gala VIP super wide in lieu of std seats. Washroom Rear, floor level W/C, fitted in lieu of centre demountable W/C. 3 way rear servery. Fridge Second fridge to dash with 64 can capacity in lieu of storage box. Safe mounted in base of drivers seat.

Glazing
Deep tinted, double glazed, curved glass side windows. Two piece horizontally split laminated front screens, heated with acoustic and heat insulating laminate interlayer. Double glazed rear window. Double glazed driver side window with power operated single glazed signalling window. Two lift up roof vents.

Exterior Lighting
Halogen pinpoint headlamps (optional Xenon lights), combined LED indicator and sidelamp unit, all mounted on easy access swing out cradle. Single side mounted LED indicator repeater lamps. LED markers to front and rear roof dome corners.

Interior Comfort
Explorer floor covering throughout, Soft touch coated dash, decency screens and drivers partitions with decorative insert panels, fabric soft trim to side casings and rack spacer panels; Velvetine Plus trim to parcel racks, Centre ceiling panels trimmed in Airspace fabric; Deep interior parcel racks with individual passenger service units supplying ventilation and reading lights; Full length flourescent interior uplighting with nightlight facility and additional LED entrance area and stepwell lighting. Perimeter convector heating to saloon. Theatre style seating configuration including reclining Gala VIP seats trimmed in moquette with leather inserts and piping: Adjustable footrests, (maximum 59 on 14m) retractable armrests and three point inertia reel seatbelts; Reclining crew seat; Full climate control to passenger cabin.

Were with you all the way

When you invest in a new Plaxton coach, youre also investing in top-quality after sales service. Plaxton Customer Support is dedicated to keeping your vehicles where they belong on the road, earning money. The Plaxton Customer Support operation is staffed by people who understand the coach business. They realise the importance of a prompt response, whether its ensuring that a vital part is delivered promptly to your workshop, or attending to a vehicle breakdown. Roadside support is provided 24/7 by a network of UK and European service agents, managed and monitored from a dedicated control centre. We also offer an unrivalled glass replacement service with teams covering the UK. For parts and service Plaxton Customer Support provides the back-up you need, when you need it. Fast.

Passenger Features
Wide opening entrance door; Contoured three step GRP entrance with factory option of DDA compliant entrance; Compact servery located in centre of vehicle, hot drinks with rubbish bin, cupholder and coolbox; Step edge lighting to entrance steps, additional LED downlighting to front entrance steps; Sunken centre mounted washroom, fresh water W/C, and integrated hand wash unit.

Driver Comfort
New design drivers environment; dashboard area in GRP with soft touch coated finish; ergonomically designed instrument layout incorporating chassis manufacturers standard instrument binnacle; positive action electrical switchgear controlling vehicle functions. Premium audio and video system with motor operated 19 wide screen front mounted monitor,

Plaxton Limited, Plaxton Park, Cayton Low Road, Eastfield, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 3BY
Plaxton limited policy is one of continuous development. The right is reserved to change specifications of the model and items described. For the latest details always consult your Plaxton dealer. 11/08

Tel: +44(0)1723 581500 Fax: +44(0)1723 581328 www.plaxtonelite.com

The evolution of passenger travel

Inspired by Plaxtons pedigree in coach innovation and influenced by the very best in classic and contemporary design, the Elites iconic styling is designed to take passenger travel to new levels of sophistication, style and comfort. From the second passengers step on board to the moment of their arrival, the Elite delivers a premium passenger experience for exceptional customer satisfaction.

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Sophisticated design/intelligent vision Exceptional visibility and safety Outstanding passenger environment Innovative styling/unique experience Total ergonomic control Premium passenger experience Specifications

Iconic Influence No. 1

London Eye
Inspired by innovations in engineering, for a distinctive approach to passenger visibility.

Sophisticated design / intelligent vision

Elites distinctive profile is positively head turning and at the same time highly fuel efficient. Designed with a sweeping aerodynamic frontal aspect, the unique panoramic frontal styling offers a new approach to passenger visibility whilst providing the driver with class leading vision for enhanced safety.

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Fuel efficient design Wide passenger entrance Front lighting detail All-round stylish design Panoramic vision

Elite

Developed for superior performance

Exceptional visibility and safety

Outstanding passenger environment

The distinctive panoramic, front windscreen, heated with thermal and acoustic interlayer provides exceptional driver visibility and aids safer driving. First impressions count and the Elite offers a stylish, wide entrance, guaranteed to impress your customers every time.

Electrically heated and adjustable mirrors together with powered screen blind and reversing camera are all standard features you can expect to aid driver performance.

Let your passengers sit back and enjoy the view. Theatre style front seating with an open frontal aspect provides passengers with a panoramic view of their surroundings.

The interior of the Elite has been designed The widest entrance in its class allows for easy passenger access and enhanced drivers view. In addition it provides maximum flexibility for a DDA accessibility option. to maximise passenger legroom and comfort, offering multiple seating and hospitality configurations. The 14m vehicle can accommodate up to 59 passengers. Alternatively where even greater comfort is required, wide seat pitches for greater leg room can be specified.

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Iconic Influence No. 2

Eames Lounge Chair

Influenced by the very best in classic design, taking passenger travel to new levels of sophistication, style and comfort.

Innovative styling / unique experience

Attention to detail makes all the difference in offering a quality service to your customers - something you can expect with the Plaxton Elite. Intelligent cabin design offers a sense of space thats unsurpassed with no compromises on passenger comfort and contemporary interior styling.

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Seating detail On-board entertainment Spacious driver area Stylish, streamlined luggage rack

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Elite

Developed for optimum comfort

Total ergonomic control

Premium passenger experience

Unique combination of high specification cabin trims together with a distinctive carpet Exceptional driver environment with a choice of fully adjustable deluxe driver seats including a reclining seat in the spacious crew area. An individual drivers air conditioning control is fitted for year round comfort. help create a bespoke interior. A stylish, streamlined luggage rack houses individual overhead controls for the advanced air conditioning system. An integrated 19 inch widescreen LCD monitor is supported by a Blaupunkt audio visual system for high specification on board entertainment. Individual passenger seats feature 3 point seatbelts, leather pad and piping and adjustable Ergonomically positioned controls, binnacle mounted gear selector, and an easy to read dash panel enables effortless operation. footrests. The exclusive super wide Gala VIP passenger seat upgrade option is available together with full nappa leather trim. A choice of seating configurations are available including accommodation of table seating.

Elite offers an exclusive washroom design featuring modern styling and the very best The very best in passenger entertainment and driver information is available including integrated satellite navigation for a totally seamless journey. possible use of space. A user friendly, bespoke 3 way servery which includes sink, storage, electrical outlets to accommodate different kitchen devices and optional choice of appliances, helps the crew offer first class hospitality on the move.

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