MCI® J4500

 

MCI J4500 Motor Coach

The best-selling J4500 has many enhancements to reliability and functionality including an optional steerable tag axle, adding extra maneuverability to the smoothness of the standard, and sensational, wide-ride suspension.

Now equipped with quieter, fuel-saving 2010 EPA compliant engine technology

The J4500 coach comes equipped with Electronic Stability Control
 
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DIMENSIONS | STANDARD EQUIPMENT | SAFETY & PERFORMANCE
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS & DIGITAL AMENITIES
INTERIOR DESIGN & OTHER FEATURES | WARRANTY
 
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DIMENSIONS
     
Overall Length
(bumper to bumper):
  45.58 ft. - 13.80 m
Wheelbase:   315.00 in - 8.00 m
Front Overhang:   78.25 in - 1.99 m
Rear Overhang:   150.25 in - 3.82 m
Overall Width:   102.00 in - 2.59 m
Overall Height:   140.75 in - 3.58 m
Interior Height:   78.25 in - 2.14 m
Front Track:   84.84 in - 2.15 m
Rear Track (drive):   75.38 in - 1.91 m
Rear Track (trailing):   84.84 in - 2.15 m
Turning Radius:   47.00 ft - 14.32 m
Gross Vehicle Weight:   54,000 lb - 24,494 kg
Luggage Compartment Volume*:   595.00 cu ft - 16.8 cu m
 
STANDARD EQUIPMENT
     
Engine Manufacturer:   Cummins ISX 11.9L, 425 hp engine w/engine brake
OPTIONAL Detroit Diesel DD13 12.8 Liter, 410 hp engine w/engine brake
Transmission:   Automatic Allison B500 6-speed automatic transmission with prognostics capability
Front Axle:   Meritor® 16,500 lb (7,484 kg) Unitized Wheel Ends
Rear Axles:   Meritor® axles; 23,000 lb (10,432 kg) drive, Pre-set bearings; 16,500 lb tag (7,484 kg); Unitized Wheel Ends
Seating w/lav:   56-passenger Amaya Brasil
Wheels:   Hub-piloted steel, 22.5 x 9.0
Tires:   Firestone® FS400 315/80 R22.5, L-rated
Alternators:   Dual 140A 24V Leece Neville
Brakes:   Meritor all-wheel EX-225 disc
Parking Brake:   MGM spring brake on drive axle
Fuel System:   184 U.S. gal (697 L) Usable Volume (194 U.S. gal Gross Volume). 15 U.S. gal DEF capacity
Body Type:   Semi-monocoque low-corrosion stainless steel
Exterior Skin:   Front- and rear-end caps, sidewalls, fiberglass composite
Baggage Doors:   Fiberglass composite; Electric locks
Entrance Door:   Air-operated RTM door
Indicators:   Engine oil psi, engine coolant temperature, engine tachometer, speedometer/odometer, primary and secondary air psi, fuel, voltmeter and DEF (diesel exhaust fluid) level
Warning Lights:   Low-fuel indicator light and warning light on dash to monitor battery voltage, plus many others
Cooling System:   Parallel radiator and charge air cooler system
Fan Clutch:   Linnig electromagnetic, 3-speed
Steering System:   Leather-wrapped tilt and telescoping steering wheel with ZF variable ratio steering
Drive Shaft:   Meritor® 1810 Series
Suspension:   Wide Ride suspension system with Koni FSD shock absorbers
Batteries:   Two 8D (1350 c.c.a. each)
Voltage:   12 volt and 24 volt
Exterior Lights:   12 volt, LED
Lavatory:   Chemical without wash basin
 
SAFETY & PERFORMANCE
 

Standard

  • ESC (Electronic Stability Control) System
  • ABS (Antilock Braking System)
  • ATC (Automatic Traction Control) System
  • Fully multiplexed solid-state electrical system
  • SmartWave® integrated tire-pressure monitoring system with new, always-on sensors
  • UPDATED! Amerex fire-suppression system
  • Multi-function steering wheel
  • Tag axle unload feature
  • Remote main disconnect switch
  • MCI AC compressor
  • Davco Fuel Pro® Filter with sight glass
  • Single pane and optional dual pane laminated safety glass
  • NEW! Courtesy "Yo" lights on multi-functional steering wheel allows driver to acknowledge passing vehicles

Optional

  • NEW! Steerable tag axle (turning radius of 45 ft., 2 ft. tighter than the basic configuration)
  • Three-point passenger seat belts (multiple seat models available)
  • Reverse Sensing System
  • Electronically controlled, heated exterior chrome mirrors with integral turn signals/side mirrors with integrated side-view camera
  • Proheat Auxillary Heater — 45,000 BTU
 
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS & DIGITAL AMENITIES
 

Standard

  • Blaupunkt/Bosch Proline audio with four 10.4" LCD wide-screen monitors

Optional

  • Enhanced audio with dual subwoofers, 15 tweeters and more power
  • NEW! 15" LCD wide-screen monitors
  • Wireless microphone
  • Seatback audio
  • iPod & MP3 connection
  • NEW! Improved WiFi system
  • 110v outlets, throughout cabin or every seat; with optional inverter at 1500w or 3600w depending on the number of outlets installed
  • Saucon asset tracking system & cellular Drive Cam
 
INTERIOR DESIGN & OTHER FEATURES
 

Standard

  • MCI EXCLUSIVE! Spiral entrance stairway
  • Improved LED aisle, floor and interior lighting
  • NEW! Even seat spacing provides more leg room in standard 56 passenger configuration

Optional

  • Braun wheelchair lift
  • NEW! Amaya A-2TEN seating featuring integrated three-point seatbelts and adjustable headrests for improved passenger views
  • Large enclosed parcel racks with doors
  • Blue LED night lights with soft start and fade-off interior lighting
  • LED tube and LED accent lighting
  • Seating, fabric sidewall and flooring options
  • Aluminum wheels w/Durabrite® finish
  • LED cornering and docking lights
 
WARRANTY
 
New, Super-60 limited warranty on the J4500 model extends coverage on many components up to five years
 
*Includes parcel rack volume
 
Meritor, Firestone, SmartWave, Fuel Pro and Durabrite are registered trademarks of their respective companies.
 
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Not all products are available in all markets. Contact your MCI sales representative for further details.

 

 

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