The Volvo Super Olympian, also known as the B10TL, was a low-floor double-decker bus manufactured by Volvo. It replaced the 3-axle version of Volvo Olympian. The Super Olympian chassis was based on the Volvo Olympian. The front radiator was moved behind the front axle on the 12 metre version, or in front of the second axle for the metre version (due to its shorter wheelbase). In order to lower the chassis further, the auxiliary passive steering function of the middle axle was cancelled. The suspension system has also been largely modified so that it is electronically controlled instead of
The Volvo Super Olympian, also known as the B10TL, was a low-floor double-decker bus manufactured by Volvo. It replaced the 3-axle version of Volvo Olympian. The Super Olympian chassis was based on the Volvo Olympian. The front radiator was moved behind the front axle on the 12 metre version, or in front of the second axle for the metre version (due to its shorter wheelbase). In order to lower the chassis further, the auxiliary passive steering function of the middle axle was cancelled. The suspension system has also been largely modified so that it is electronically controlled instead of moving passively. One special feature is that after turning, the suspension unit does not return to normal, remaining tilted to either the left or right, until the bus becomes stationary.
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