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Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2 dimensions

Thomas Built Buses · Front engine · Current platform · OEM verified

A modern Type C bus with seven wheelbases, up to 81-passenger capacity and 78-inch headroom. The current evolved C2 uses a common Daimler electrical architecture and remains a major full-size skoolie candidate.

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Dimensions

Overall length23–40 ft
Buildable interior length15.5–30 ft
Buildable floor area102–215 sq ft
Standing volume620–1320 cu ft
Interior width90 in
Interior height78 in
Exterior width96 in
Overall height120–130 in
Wheelbases158", 179", 199", 219", 238", 259", 279"
GVWRup to 33000 lb

Drivetrain & chassis

EngineCummins B6.7 200–300 hp, OEM calibration dependent
TransmissionAllison 2500 PTS
TransmissionAllison 3000 PTS
TiresCommon full-size configurations use 22.5-inch commercial tires; exact size by order
BrakesAir or hydraulic configurations vary by order
SuspensionLeaf-spring base configurations; exact axle and suspension package by order
FuelConfiguration dependent
Axle ratioBuild-order item; verify axle tag or Daimler build record

Cummins B6.7: The same engine family appears across several modern Type C and Type D buses. Confirm emissions year, rating plate, CPL and installed horsepower on the vehicle.

Configurations

158″ wheelbase about 23–25 ft
219″ wheelbase about 30–32 ft
259″ wheelbase about 36–38 ft
279″ wheelbase about 39–40 ft

Strengths and cautions

Works in its favour

  • 78-inch full-height headroom
  • Seven wheelbases cover short through full-size bodies
  • Large service network through Daimler/Thomas channels
  • Modern driver environment and strong forward visibility

Check before you buy

  • Electrical architecture is more integrated than older buses
  • Exact transmission and rear axle must be confirmed by VIN/build data
  • Conversion payload requires an actual scale ticket
  • Published family specs do not equal a specific bus build

Will a bed fit crosswise?

Interior width is about 90 inches before framing and panelling.

Twin crosswise (75″) Fits, about 15″ spare
Full / double crosswise (75″) Fits, about 15″ spare
Queen crosswise (80″) Fits, about 10″ spare
King crosswise (80″) Fits, about 10″ spare

Similar platforms

Type C

Blue Bird Vision Diesel

16.5–30.5 ft buildable
 Type C

IC Bus CE Series

15.5–30 ft buildable
 Type D

Thomas Saf-T-Liner EFX2

24–30 ft buildable
 Type D

Thomas Saf-T-Liner HDX2

28.5–30.5 ft buildable
 Type A

Thomas Minotour

12–17.5 ft buildable
 Type C

Freightliner FS-65 (1990-2007)

22–32 ft buildable
Figures here come from manufacturer documentation, but bodies were ordered to spec, so two vehicles of the same model year can still differ. Measure before you buy materials.
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