Ikarus 256
Note: You are free to adopt any text or photograph for non-moneymaking activities. You may set the photographs as the wallpaper in your PC. However, you are not allowed to post the text or photographs on the net without Anthony Lui's permission.
The Ikarus 226 was the best selling model in the 200 series. The 11m coach were very popular in Eastern Europe Countries in 1970s and 1980s. Although the type has ceased production for more than 10 years, great numbers of these buses are still seen in Hungary and Russia.
Specification
Chassis type: 256
Length (mm): 11000
Width (mm): 2500
Height (mm): 3100
Wheelbase (mm): 5330
Front overhang (mm): 2460
Rear overhang (mm): 3180
Weight unladen (kg): 5600
Weight laden (kg): 16000
Engine type: Raba D2156 HM6U
Cylinders: 6
Engine power: 141kW @ 2100 rpm
Torque: 696 Nm @ 1300 rpm
Gearbox: ZF S6-90U 6-speed mechanical
Maximum speed (km/h): 102
Passenger capacity: C45F
Return to Ikarus Karosszéria
Page created: 22 September 2004