Karosa ŠL 11
Karosa ŠL 11 is an intercity bus produced by bus manufacturer Karosa from the Czech Republic, in the years of 1970 to 1981. It was succeeded by Karosa C 734 in 1981.
| Karosa ŠL 11 | |
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.jpg) Historical Karosa ŠL 11 in Brno, Czech Republic | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Karosa |
| Body and chassis | |
| Doors | 2, air-operated |
| Floor type | High-floor |
| Chassis | semi-self-supporting with frame |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Škoda ML634 V6 Diesel engine |
| Power output | 154,4 kW (Škoda ML 634) |
| Transmission | Praga 5-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 10985/11135 mm |
| Width | 2500 mm |
| Height | 2985 mm |
| Curb weight | 8370 kg |
| Chronology | |
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Construction features
Karosa ŠM 11 is completely different from its predecessor, Škoda 706 RTO-CAR, which had engine in front and two doors. ŠM 11 is model of Karosa Š series. It is derived from Karosa ŠM 11 city bus, and also unified with long-distance coach Karosa ŠD 11. Body is semi-self-supporting with frame and engine with manual gearbox in the middle, between the wheels. Only rear axle is propulsed. Front axle is independent, rear axle is solid. All axles are mounted on air suspension. On the right side are two folding doors (first are narrower than middle doors). Inside are used leatherette seats. Drivers cab is not separated from the rest of the vehicle.
Production and operation
In 1970 started serial production, which continued until 1981.
ŠL 11 are not operated in public transport anymore, but many of them are operated as historical vehicles.
Historical vehicles
- Technical muzeum Brno
