York Region Transit 601-609

Manufacturer: New Flyer Industries
Model: D40LF
Engine: Cummins ISL
Transmission: Voith D864.3

601-609 were delivered in late 2005, and were the last D40LFs delivered in the old gold/blue livery.

Divisions

601-606: Miller (Markham)
607-609: First Student

History

This series was supposed to be delivered in early 2006, however they got pushed ahead and got delivered in late 2005. Their numbers reflect the fact they were supposed to be 2006 vehicles, partially because the 5xx series was full.

Units 605-609 were originally part of Can-Ar's roster. Service cuts to 5 and 99 in July 2008 resulted in a surplus of D40LFs at Can-Ar, while Miller had a bus shortage and First Student had few 40 ft vehicles. As a result, in August 2008 units 605-606 were transferred to Miller (as well as 582-585), and 607-609 were transferred to First Student.


Recommended Sightings: 1, 18, 53, 98
Miller puts these buses on fairly varied routes, although they are most likely to be found on routes 1, 2 and 18, especially during rush hours. First Student often puts them on 98, and occasionally other routes like 52 and 53.