| Model | RTS – T8W603 |
| Fleet Numbers- | 8000-8284 |
| Status | Retired 1997 |
| Width (Inches) | 96″ |
| Length (feet) | 40′ |
| Height | 105″ inches |
| Curb Weight | ~ 27,000 pounds |
| Delivery Date | 1980 |
| Chassis“ | Steel |
| Seating Capacity | 40 city/ 44 suburban (40 foot) |
| Engine Model | Allison V730 |
| Transmission | A) Detroit Diesel Series 71 (6v71), B) Detroit Diesel Series 92 (6v92TA) |
| Brakes | Air |
| Maximum Power | A) 235 HP B)253HP (203KW) @ 2100RPM |
| Livery | SEPTA Red and Blue scheme with gray trim |
| Axle | Meritor Rockwell |
| Features | Kneeling, Wheelchair |
| Destination Equipment- | Luminator MAX |
| A/C | Carrier Roof Top Air Conditioner |
| NOTES | Received overhauls in Mid 1980sDuring their overhauls they received the 6v92TA engine, before they had the 6v-71 engineDue to break downs, these units received Roof top Sutraks in the Mid-1980s.These units received Luminator Designation signs during their overhauls to replace paper sign |
| Tires | Goodyear |
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