949E

949E refers to a school bus used in Nepal, manufactured by the Bhandari Auto Industries. It is designed for both urban and rural areas, catering to the needs of school children in Nepal. The design is a unique blend of functionality and comfort, suitable for transportation in Nepal's climate and terrain.

The bus features a length of around 8.5 meters and a width of about 2.5 meters. The seating capacity is of 49 passengers, with the first four rows being reserved for the standing passengers in accordance with the Nepal's land transportation rules. The bus is said to have a robust body, designed for easy maintenance.

The engine used in the 949E is a Maruti 800, known for its fuel efficiency and reliability. It has a 1.2 liter engine that provides sufficient power for the demands of the Nepalese terrain. The bus is designed for ease of operation, with a low floor height providing ease of boarding for passengers. The exterior of the bus is painted in the standard green and red colors, representing the new age school bus of Nepal.

The 949E has a reputation for being a reliable and cost-effective mode of transportation for school children. Bhandari Auto Industries claims the bus meets stringent European ECE certifications for safety standards. The company claims the bus is designed to provide best of the comfort, featuring latest amenities for the benefit of students, like maintaining fixed seating for school children, sitting voluntarily in organized seating. The 949E is an example of Nepal's school bus manufacturing capacity.