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Jelcz M11

Imagine a super-long bus that's a mix of two cool bus designs! Let's explore the Jelcz M11!

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Key Facts

Vehicle Type
City bus.
Country of Origin
Poland.
Manufacturing Years
1985 to 1990.
Unique Design
Hybrid design using Jelcz PR110 body and Ikarus 260 frame and drivetrain.

Meet the Mighty M11!

The Jelcz M11 was a special city bus made in Poland a long time ago, between 1985 and 1990. It was like a puzzle! Its body was like a Jelcz PR110 bus, but its strong base and engine came from a different bus called the Ikarus 260. This made it a unique kind of bus for people to ride around town.

Where Did This Bus Come From?

This bus wasn't just built from scratch! It was cleverly put together using parts from other buses. The people who built it took the body of one bus, the Jelcz PR110, and combined it with the frame and engine of another bus, the Ikarus 260. It was like making a super-bus by mixing and matching the best bits!

Why Was the M11 So Cool?

The Jelcz M11 was important because it was a city bus that helped lots of people travel. It was a step-entrance bus, meaning you had to step up to get on. These buses were common in cities, carrying people to school, work, and home. They were a familiar sight on the streets, making them a big part of daily life for many.

How Was the M11 Made?

Making the Jelcz M11 was like a special building project. Engineers took the body of a Jelcz PR110 bus, which is the part you see and sit in. Then, they took the strong metal frame and the engine (the part that makes it go!) from an Ikarus 260 bus. They carefully joined these two parts together to create the Jelcz M11, a bus with a new look and a powerful heart.

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