Switch Metrocity
| Switch Metrocity | |
|---|---|
 Midland Classic Optare MetroCity in June 2018 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Switch Mobility |
| Production | 2013–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Doors | 1 or 2 |
| Floor type | Low floor |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Capacity | 22–44 seated |
| Transmission | Allison 2100 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 9.9, 10.1, 10.6, 10.8 & 11.52 metres |
| Width | 2.47 metres |
| Height | 2.85 metres |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Optare Tempo SR |
The Switch Metrocity (previously called the Optare MetroCity) is a single-decker midibus. It has a low-floor. It has been made from 2013 to the present day by Switch Mobility.
MetroCity
[change | change source]From 2013 to the present day, Switch Mobility make a diesel model called the Metrocity.
The MetroCity is made in different lengths, these lengths are 9.9 mm (0.0099 m),[1] 10.13 m (10,130 mm),[2] 10.6 m (10,600 mm),[1] 10.82 m (10,820 mm),[2] and 11.52 m (11,520 mm),[2]
In 2020, Optare changed its name to Switch Mobility.[3]
In 2023, Optare Metrocity was replaced with Switch Metrocity,[4] the bus interior and exterior stayed the same.
Metrocity EV
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From 2014 to the present day, Switch Mobility make an electric model called the Metrocity EV.
In 2020, Optare changed its name to Switch Mobility.[3]
In 2023, Optare Metrocity EV was replaced with Switch Metrocity EV, the bus interior and exterior stayed the same.
References
[change | change source]- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "MetroCity". Optare. Archived from the original on 14 August 2014.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Metrocity SPECIFICATION" (PDF). Optare. Archived from the original (PDF) on 9 July 2021.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Optare Group Limited renamed as Switch Mobility Limited". Optare. 30 November 2020. Archived from the original on 15 March 2021. Retrieved 5 December 2020.
- ↑ "SWITCH Metrocity | First British-Built Electric Bus In London". www.switchmobilityev.com. Retrieved 7 February 2025.
Other websites
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Media related to Optare MetroCity at Wikimedia Commons