JEDDAH — Ashok Leyland, GCC’s largest bus manufacturer and a market leader in the staff transport in Saudi Arabia, has launched the model year 2018 Falcon, its flagship model. The Falcon is a 56-Seater Staff Bus complaint to the Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO) norms.
With the introduction of the Falcon 2018 series, Ashok Leyland continues to be first and raises the bar by offering best in class comfort, unmatched safety and profitable performance. The new bus features rollover protection compliance, powerful air-conditioning with integrated heating system and proven and rugged aggregates.
Karthik Ganesan, Regional Manager, Middle East & North Africa, Ashok Leyland, said “the Falcon has been a part of the construction ecosystem for over a decade. When put to everyday use, the Falcon is appreciated by operators and effortlessly meets all the consumers requirements. With this introduction, we are confident that we will build on the legacy of providing best-in-class products and continue to be market leader in this segment.”
Western Auto Company Ltd., exclusive distributor of Ashok Leyland buses in Saudi Arabia, said: “Buoyed by the excellent sales for over 10 Years in Kingdom, Ashok Leyland has loyal customers and the sales are increasing year-on-year. For enhancing customer service levels, Western Auto has state-of-the-art workshops at Dammam, Riyadh, Jeddah, Jubail and Yanbu. Ashok Leyland buses are welcomed by leading construction & contracting companies in Saudi Arabia, including Rent-a-Car Companies and all major Saudi Aramco contractors. The buses are well accepted in the Kingdom for their quality, low maintenance and operational costs and after-sales network.”
FALCON 2018 Technical Specifications
• G.I. Tubular Steel Structure with Rollover Protection Compliance
• H – Series 6 Cylinder Engine (180hp), Euro III
• Rugged 5 Speed Gear Box
• Comfortable 55+D high back seats with clear aisle space
• Powerful Air-conditioning with integrated heating system (35,000 KCal/Hr)
• ABS with Exhaust Brake
• Ease of Driving & Maneuverability
• Radial Tires
• Panoramic windshield
• GSO complaint – 2018
• Made in GCC for GCC
