AEC Bridgemaster

AEC Bridgemaster
Park Royal bodied AEC Bridgemaster (forward-entrance)
Overview
ManufacturerAEC
Production1956-1963
Powertrain
Engine7,702 cubic centimetres (470.0 cu in; 7.702 L) AEC AV470 Inline 6 Turbo-diesel (first two prototypes)
9,668 cubic centimetres (590.0 cu in; 9.668 L) AEC AV590 Inline 6 NA
Power outputAEC AV470: 120 brake horsepower (120 PS; 89 kW) @ 2,300 rpm
1,200 newton-metres (890 lbf⋅ft) @ 1,700 rpm
AEC AV590: 128 brake horsepower (130 PS; 95 kW) @ 1,800 rpm
430 pound-feet (580 N⋅m) @ 1,000 rpm
Transmission4-speed AEC synchromesh
Dimensions
Wheelbase16.5 feet (5,000 mm)
Length30.0 feet (9,100 mm)
Width8.0 feet (2,400 mm)
Height13.55 feet (4,130 mm)
Curb weight7,350–7,470 kilograms (16,200–16,470 lb)
Chronology
SuccessorAEC Renown

The AEC Bridgemaster was a front-engined low-height double-decker bus chassis manufactured by AEC.


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