Ex-Busways NSW Mercedes-Benz O 405/Custom Coaches

Privately preserved ex-Busways NSW (247)
Make: Daimler-Benz AG
Chassis: Mercedes-Benz O 405
Year Model: 1994
Bodywork: Custom Coaches '228'
Motor: Mercedes-Benz OM 447 h (447.908) 6-cylinder 11.967-litre direct injection diesel, 177 kW (241 PS) @ 2200 rpm, 883 Nm @ 1300 rpm
Gearbox: ZF-Ecomat 5 HP 500-N
History: Southside Bus & Coach / Northern Beaches Buses [m/o.9947], Busways NSW (247) [m/o.9947] / [6426.MO] / [m/o.8761]
A big thanks goes to the owners of this bus for making it available for Busfest 2023 and for having me onboard!

[@MatthewSchoepf]

Nice unit! Are they still selling them? 😮

[@just10618]

Last ones from Busways Western Sydney were withdrawn from route during Winter last year. I think some are still used for training.