Optare StarRider

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Optare StarRider
StarRider 1.jpg
An Optare StarRider
Body and chassis
Doors 1 door
Floor type Step entrance
Chassis Mercedes-Benz 811D/814D
Powertrain
Engine Mercedes Benz
Chronology

The Optare StarRider is a midibus/midicoach body that was produced by Optare between 1987 and 1994. It was based on a Mercedes-Benz 811D/814D chassis, with its body made from a steel frame with aluminium alloy and GPR exterior panels.

Operators

London Transport took 123 StarRiders, which is more than the successful CityPacer.

Replacement

It was replaced by the similar MetroRider which was based on MCW design.

Preservation

At least one StarRider, E 809 MOU, has been preserved, see picture.

File:Penzance Bus Station - Tally Ho E809MOU.jpg
Preserved Optare StarRider in Penzance in 2013

See also

References

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