Berkhof Ambassador

Berkhof Ambassador
Berkhof Ambassador from Østtrafik
Overview
ManufacturerVDL Berkhof
Production2001–2011
AssemblyHeerenveen and Valkenswaard
Body and chassis
Doors1-2-0 or 2-2-0
Floor typeLow floor
Low entry
Powertrain
EngineDiesel engine by Cummins or DAF
Capacity80 passengers (up to 34 seated)
Power output205 bhp
TransmissionAutomatic Voith transmission
Dimensions
Length10.6–11.95 m
Width2.5 m
Height2.92 m
Curb weight8,359–8,728 kg
Interior of an Ambassador from Syntus

The Berkhof Ambassador is a low-floor city bus produced by the Dutch bus manufacturer VDL Berkhof between 2001 and 2011 when it was replaced by the VDL Citea. The section between the front and rear door are at the same height. The seats at the very rear are a bit higher, and can be reached by using stairs.

This type of bus is most commonly used in the Netherlands and Denmark. In the Netherlands, owners and operators include:Arriva, Breng, Connexxion, Hermes, Syntus and Veolia Transport. In Denmark, owners and operators include: Arriva, City-Trafik, De Hvide Busser, DitoBus, Kruse, Nettbuss and Nobina. In Italy, owners and operators include CA.NOVA.