Mellor Maxima

The Mellor Maxima is a step-entrance minibus bodywork produced by Mellor Coachcraft on Iveco Daily chassis since 2016.[1] With a capacity of up to 31 passenger seats, eight wheelchair bays or a combination of both,[2] the Maxima is aimed at local authorities providing accessible transport and community transport.[3]

Mellor Maxima
Overview
ManufacturerMellor Coachcraft
Production2016–
AssemblyRochdale, Greater Manchester
Body and chassis
ClassSingle-decker bus
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive
Doors1
Floor typeStep-entrance
ChassisIveco Daily
Powertrain
Engine170 bhp (130 kW), 3.0-litre Iveco diesel
Transmission8-speed ZF fully automatic
6-speed Iveco manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase4.75 m (15.6 ft)
Length8.54 m (28.0 ft)
Height2.84 m (9.3 ft)
Kerb weight7,200 kg (7.2 t), GVW

The Maxima was launched in 2016, in response to the discontinuation of the popular Mercedes-Benz Vario chassis and its minibus variants in the United Kingdom, such as the Plaxton Beaver. Intended to fill the same market, the Maxima features a flat floor interior which is accessed by a stepped entry at the front or a rear wheelchair lift.[3] The Maxima was initially only available on diesel Iveco Daily chassis; in 2021, a fully-electric variant known as the Mellor Maxima E23 was announced, but has not yet entered production. The Maxima E23 will feature a maximum passenger capacity of 23 seated, with a range of 99 miles (160 km) from an 80 kWh battery pack.[4]

The Maxima has seen strong sales with local councils in the United Kingdom since its introduction, with customers including Dumfries and Galloway Council[5] and Hackney London Borough Council.[6]

References
  1. "Maxima is a midi milestone from Mellor". Route One Magazine. 20 April 2016. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
  2. "Specialist Bus Brochure" (PDF). Mellor Coachcraft. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
  3. "Presenting the new Mellor Maxima". Mellor Coachcraft. 29 January 2016. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
  4. Randall, Chris (3 June 2021). "Mellor expands electric bus range by two new models". Electrive. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
  5. "Dumfries and Galloway Council's two Maximas". Route One Magazine. 9 March 2017. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
  6. Williams, Mark (23 March 2022). "Light heavyweight contender". Bus & Coach Buyer. Retrieved 12 June 2022.
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