The best of outlooks among double-deckers

As the upmarket standard the Skyliner gives its passengers the best of outlooks. In its current form the Skyliner, though a pioneer, still proves that it can confidently set the standard for double-decker coaches.

In the view of NEOPLAN, double-decker coaches with a length of just
12 m are not comfortable enough for touring. That’s why we have lengthened the smaller version of the Skyliner to 12.44 m. Although this amounts to just 44 seemingly small centimetres it has a truly miraculous effect on the entire design concept. And as to be expected, the Skyliner L, at 13.79 m in length, provides even more space.

Over the last 40 years the Skyliner has offered again and again the comfort which customers have learnt to expect and enjoy from it.

The NEOPLAN Skyliner is compliant with the Euro-4 emissions standard without AdBlue®.

Design-based use of space

When you board the NEOPLAN Skyliner it feels like being in an elegant bistro. What’s more, the elegant interior design could easily be found in the first class of a passenger jet.

Passengers appreciate the continuous flow of the lines and functional service sets and are amazed at just how much luxury a coach can offer.

The generous use of space and superior comfort ensure that passengers will enjoy their trip to the full. The large expanse of the glass surfaces of the exterior design reflect the high standards of the Skyliners.

Closer to the sky

In the new Skyliner the passenger is that bit closer to the sky – in the truest sense of the word.

As a pioneer among the double-decker coaches, the Skyliner with its sophisticated design and comfort once again proves that NEOPLAN has and retains its exemplary standing.

The upper deck in particular gives the passenger two sources of enjoyment: The far-reaching view outside and the generous feeling of space inside the vehicle. The optimised standing height of 168 cm and the intelligent design of the ceiling with its elegant luggage racks all contribute to this feeling.

Special importance has been attached to greater comfort in the arrangement of the seats too. Consistent optimisation has made the new Skyliner even more generous and elegant. After all, NEOPLAN stands for the ultimate in travel comfort.

Top safety in the Skyliner

Passengers in the Skyliner are guaranteed the highest degree of safety. With its comprehensive safety concept the Skyliner hikes the standard for safety in double-decker coaches one step higher.

The electronically controlled EBS braking system shortens the braking distance and provides for considerably improved braking stability. Beside this the electronic stability programme (ESP) fitted as standard supports the driver in critical situations. If the system recognises a dangerous situation it stabilises the vehicle by efficiently braking individual wheels, and if necessary it reduces the engine torque. An accident-data recorder (UDS) is also available.

The lane guard system (LGS) is also available and effectively prevents the driver from leaving the road because of tiredness or other distractions.

These are just some of the features from the all-round package of active and passive components which protect both the driver and his passengers. The safety in the Skyliner plays a major role in the relaxed travelling atmosphere.

Powerful propulsion is ensured by MAN’s Euro-4 MAN Common-Rail diesel engine: 480 hp with 2,300 Nm.

In both the 12.44 m version and in the 13.79 m version the Skyliner is a surprising and winning double-decker concept - a coach with impressive internal and external qualities.

Versions of NEOPLAN Skyliner

                
                                                   version C                             

         
                                                    version L    

Technical data:
Manufacturer: Bus GmbH
Model: N1122/3 C
In production in years: 1967 -
Proportions (hxwxl): 4000x2500x12000 (12440mm from year 2001)
Front overhang: 2490mm
Rear overhang: 2660mm
Wheelbase: 5550+1300
Internal height: 1820mm (lower floor), 1650mm (upper floor)
Clearance height: 350mm
Luggage van volume: up to 7,9m3
Engine: at the present time only engine by MAN, MAN D2676 LOH 02, Euro 4
No. of cylinders: 6
Cubature: 12500ccm
Power: 353kW at 1900 rpm
Maximal torque power: 2300Nm at 1100-1400 rpm
Cooling liquid: water
Gearbox: MAN "Tipmatic®", automated 12-speed manual transmission
Mean consumption with AC: 48 l/100km
Type clutch: Hydro-Pneumatic with ZF booster
Control: ZF type 8098 servocom
Tank kapacity: 630l
Tires: 315/80 R22,5 without inner tube
Breaks: Pneumatic, cirkling,air-cooled with ABS & ASR
Additional breaks: Engine break and water-cooled ZF intarder ZF intarder
Motor oil: 27/SAE 40 - API - CD
Gearbox oil: winter: SAE 30 - 21/summer: SAE 40/21
Oil to drive: 2.39/ATF - Dexron II-D
Oil to differential gear: 12 - 14/85W90
Turning diameter between curbs: 20400mm
Maximal load on first axle: 7500kg (8000kg from year 2000)
Maximal load on second axle: 11500kg
Maximal load on third axle: 6500kg
Service weight: 16660kg
Total weight: 24000kg
AC type: Webasto DW /300
Cooling capacity: 35000 kcal/h

Manufacturer: Bus GmbH
Model: N1122/3 L
In production in years: 1967 -
Proportions (hxwxl): 4000x2500x13790mm
Front overhang: 2615mm
Rear overhang: 2975mm
Wheelbase: 6900+1300
Internal height: 1820mm (lower floor), 1650mm (upper floor)
Clearance height: 350mm
Luggage van volume: 7,9m3
Engine: at the present time only engine by MAN, MAN D2676 LOH 02, Euro 4
No. of cylinders: 6
Cubature: 12500ccm
Power: 353kW at 1900 rpm
Maximal torque power: 2300Nm at 1100-1400 rpm
Cooling liquid: water
Gearbox: MAN "Tipmatic®", automated 12-speed manual transmission
Mean consumption with AC: 48 l/100km
Type clutch: Hydro-Pneumatic with ZF booster
Control: ZF type 8098 servocom
Tank kapacity: 630l
Tires: 315/80 R22,5 without inner tube
Breaks: Pneumatic, cirkling,air-cooled with ABS & ASR
Additional breaks: Engine break and water-cooled ZF intarder ZF intarder
Motor oil: 27/SAE 40 - API - CD
Gearbox oil: winter: SAE 30 - 21/summer: SAE 40/21
Oil to drive: 2.39/ATF - Dexron II-D
Oil to differential gear: 12 - 14/85W90
Turning diameter between curbs: 24900mm
Maximal load on first axle: 7500kg (8000kg from year 2000)
Maximal load on second axle: 11500kg
Maximal load on third axle: 6500kg
Total weight: 26000kg
AC type: Webasto DW /300
Cooling capacity: 35000 kcal/h

Picture gallery of NEOPLAN Skyliner

NEOPLAN Skyliner 1967

NEOPLAN Skyliner up to 1993

NEOPLAN Skyliner up to 2000

NEOPLAN Skyliner from 2001