Third generation: longer wheelbase moved rear axle further away from exit door non-wheelchair.ģ700-3801 was the last order without wheelchair lifts 3802-3816 were assigned to the Metrolink route and were identified by an orange stripe adjacent to MCTS's green wheelchair lifts last buses to display route destination numbers on right side rear windows. Only 76 of this model built and only MCTS and Atlanta (MARTA) had them plus one demo. Ordered with wheelchair lifts which were removed before entering service.

Refurbished in 1987-1990 to add new vertically opening windows and new air conditioning units.Ĥ0-ft. Refurbished in 1982-1987 and repainted into MCTS colors 2001 was converted into a special bus that was used for handicapped and elderly useįirst order to feature handicapped seating and lifts and first with air conditioning introduced MCTS' new color scheme.įirst group to display route numbers on right end rear windows. Refurbished in 1982-1987 and repainted into MCTS' white with green stripe 3 The new management began replacing streetcars with gas and diesel buses at an even faster pace than previous efforts. In addition, Milwaukee County itself is confronting an. The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) is facing a 26.5 million budget shortfall in 2025 due to long standing structural budget problems and the impending expiration of temporary federal COVID19 relief funding. Originally operated by Triboro Coach 17 were used as sightseeing buses and can be distinguished by their scenic windows. In October 1952 investors bought TMER&T for 10,000,000 (97,281,886 in 2020) and began operating as the Milwaukee & Suburban Transport Corp. Milwaukee County’s bus system is facing major cuts and needs your help.

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