BYD type K9 low deck come with dimensions of 12,000 mm in length, 2,500 mm in width, 3,400 mm in height, and a wheelbase of 6,100 mm. BYD K9 is equipped with an AC Synchronous Motor electric motor that delivers 300 kW of power or 402 hp with a peak torque of 1,100 Nm. To support its electrical power needs, this bus is equipped with a BYD Iron-Phosphate battery with a capacity of 342 kWh.
When the battery is fully charged, this
electric bus is claimed to be able to continue traveling as far as 250
kilometers with a maximum power consumption of 1.3 kWh per km with a maximum
speed of up to 70 kph. Regarding the electric charge, this electric bus only
takes about 4 to 5 hours using AC charging capacity of 80 kW. In addition, this
bus This bus also has a DC plug-in fast charging model which allows charging
this electric bus only takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.
In order to provide maximum comfort and
safety, this Transjakarta electric bus is also equipped with air suspension and
ABS and EBD braking systems. This bus is claimed to be able to reduce noise
pollution by 28 percent compared to conventional fleet vehicles. This electric
bus can also accommodate up to 60 seated and standing passengers.