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Framing
Jig built, welded stainless steel structure meeting the requirements of EU R
66 governing rollover strength. The entire structure is comprehensively
treated with a primary protection to ensure a long operational life.
Exterior Panels
Single piece composite main side panels, bonded to the main structure.
Pneumatically operated, 2 piece main locker doors, hinged side access
panels and wheelarches. All locker doors aluminium framed with single
piece aluminium skins. GRP front and rear panels, bonded and
mechanically fixed to the main structure. GRP front and rear corner panels,
vertically hinged to the main structure for access to lights etc.
Exterior Features
Extra wide, power operated, outward opening plug entrance door with
double glazed upper and integral kerb windows. Offside powered cloak
secondary entrance door.
Glazing
Deep tinted, double glazed, curved glass side windows. Two piece
horizontally split laminated front screens, heated with acoustic and heat
insulating laminate interlayer. Double glazed rear window. Double glazed
driver side window with power operated single glazed signalling window.
Two lift up roof vents.
Exterior Lighting
Halogen pinpoint headlamps (optional Xenon lights), combined LED
indicator and sidelamp unit, all mounted on easy access swing out cradle.
Single side mounted LED indicator repeater lamps. LED markers to front
and rear roof dome corners.
Interior Comfort
Explorer floor covering throughout, Soft touch coated dash, decency
screens and driver’s partitions with decorative insert panels, fabric soft trim
to side casings and rack spacer panels; Velvetine Plus trim to parcel racks,
Centre ceiling panels trimmed in Airspace fabric; Deep interior parcel racks
with individual passenger service units supplying ventilation and reading
lights; Full length flourescent interior uplighting with nightlight facility and
additional LED entrance area and stepwell lighting. Perimeter convector
heating to saloon. Theatre style seating configuration including reclining
Gala VIP seats trimmed in moquette with leather inserts and piping:
Adjustable footrests, (maximum 59 on 14m) retractable armrests and three
point inertia reel seatbelts; Reclining crew seat; Full climate control to
passenger cabin.
Passenger Features
Wide opening entrance door; Contoured three step GRP entrance with
factory option of DDA compliant entrance; Compact servery located in
centre of vehicle, hot drinks with rubbish bin, cupholder and coolbox;
Step edge lighting to entrance steps, additional LED downlighting to front
entrance steps; Sunken centre mounted washroom, fresh water W/C,
and integrated hand wash unit.
Elite Specification
Length 14m, width 2.55m, Height – 3.7m
Driver Comfort
New design driver’s environment; dashboard area in GRP with soft touch
coated finish; ergonomically designed instrument layout incorporating
chassis manufacturers standard instrument binnacle; positive action
electrical switchgear controlling vehicle functions. Premium audio and video
system with motor operated 19” wide screen front mounted monitor,
Plaxton Limited, Plaxton Park, Cayton Low Road, Eastfield, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 3BY
Tel: +44(0)1723 581500 Fax: +44(0)1723 581328 www.plaxtonelite.com
Plaxton limited policy is one of continuous development. The right is reserved to change specifications
of the model and items described. For the latest details always consult your Plaxton dealer. 11/08
recessed into ceiling. AM/ FM tuner, driver microphone on flexible
mounting, crew microphone; First aid kit concealed in dash mounted
holder; driver drinks holder and storage tray; air-suspended driver’s seat;
Driver storage behind driver’s seat; Dash mounted storage box; Individual
air-conditioning for the driver and crew; electrically operated driver’s blind;
Integrally mounted reverse camera with in dash mounted monitor; Driver
and crew 12v accessory socket.
Additional Features
Front foglights; LED digital clock, seat belt reminder and W/C status
indicator; Either handed emergency mirror.
Optional Extras
DDA Compliance – Incorporating front and side TRN and destination
displays; rear TRN; equal height entrance steps; additional interior grab
handles; accommodation for ticket issuing equipment etc.
Pre-heater – With digital timer and automatic low fuel level cut off.
Enhanced entertainment – Further options to enhance the comprehensive
standard fitment to meet specific requirements are available. Please
contact your distributor.
Seats – Gala VIP super wide in lieu of std seats.
Washroom – Rear, floor level W/C, fitted in lieu of centre demountable W/C.
3 way rear servery.
Fridge – Second fridge to dash with 64 can capacity in lieu of storage box.
Safe – mounted in base of driver’s seat.
We’re with you
all the way
When you invest in a new Plaxton coach, you’re also
investing in top-quality after sales service.
Plaxton Customer Support is dedicated to keeping your
vehicles where they belong – on the road, earning money.
The Plaxton Customer Support operation is staffed by
people who understand the coach business. They realise
the importance of a prompt response, whether it’s ensuring
that a vital part is delivered promptly to your workshop, or
attending to a vehicle breakdown.
Roadside support is provided 24/7 by a network of UK and
European service agents, managed and monitored from a
dedicated control centre.
We also offer an unrivalled glass replacement service with
teams covering the UK.
For parts and service Plaxton Customer Support provides
the back-up you need, when you need it. Fast.

The evolution of passenger travel
Inspired by Plaxton’s pedigree in coach innovation and influenced by the very
best in classic and contemporary design, the Elite’s iconic styling is designed to
take passenger travel to new levels of sophistication, style and comfort. From the
second passengers step on board to the moment of their arrival, the Elite delivers
a premium passenger experience for exceptional customer satisfaction.
Content
4 Sophisticated design/intelligent vision
6 Exceptional visibility and safety
7 Outstanding passenger environment
8 Innovative styling/unique experience
10 Total ergonomic control
11 Premium passenger experience
12 Specifications
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1Iconic Influence No. 1
London Eye
Inspired by innovations in
engineering, for a distinctive
approach to passenger visibility.
Sophisticated design / intelligent vision
Elite’s distinctive profile is positively head turning and at the same time highly fuel
efficient. Designed with a sweeping aerodynamic frontal aspect, the unique
panoramic frontal styling offers a new approach to passenger visibility whilst
providing the driver with class leading vision for enhanced safety.
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1 Fuel efficient design
2 Wide passenger entrance
3 Front lighting detail
4 All-round stylish design
5 Panoramic vision

Elite Developed for superior performance
Exceptional visibility and safety Outstanding passenger environment
The distinctive panoramic, front
windscreen, heated with thermal
and acoustic interlayer provides
exceptional driver visibility and
aids safer driving.
Electrically heated and adjustable
mirrors together with powered screen
blind and reversing camera are all
standard features you can expect to
aid driver performance.
The widest entrance in its class allows
for easy passenger access and
enhanced driver’s view. In addition it
provides maximum flexibility for a
DDA accessibility option.
First impressions count – and the Elite
offers a stylish, wide entrance, guaranteed
to impress your customers every time.
Let your passengers sit back and enjoy the
view. Theatre style front seating with an open
frontal aspect provides passengers with a
panoramic view of their surroundings.
The interior of the Elite has been designed
to maximise passenger legroom and
comfort, offering multiple seating and
hospitality configurations. The 14m vehicle
can accommodate up to 59 passengers.
Alternatively where even greater comfort is
required, wide seat pitches for greater leg
room can be specified.
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2Iconic Influence No. 2
Eames Lounge Chair
Influenced by the very best in classic design,
taking passenger travel to new levels of
sophistication, style and comfort.
Innovative styling / unique experience
Attention to detail makes all the difference in offering a quality service to your
customers - something you can expect with the Plaxton Elite. Intelligent cabin
design offers a sense of space that’s unsurpassed with no compromises on
passenger comfort and contemporary interior styling.
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1 Seating detail
2 On-board entertainment
3 Spacious driver area
4 Stylish, streamlined
luggage rack
5 Distinctive carpet
6 Total ergonomic control

Elite Developed for optimum comfort
Total ergonomic control Premium passenger experience
Exceptional driver environment with a choice
of fully adjustable deluxe driver seats including
a reclining seat in the spacious crew area.
An individual driver’s air conditioning control
is fitted for year round comfort.
Ergonomically positioned controls, binnacle
mounted gear selector, and an easy to read
dash panel enables effortless operation.
The very best in passenger entertainment
and driver information is available including
integrated satellite navigation for a totally
seamless journey.
Unique combination of high specification
cabin trims together with a distinctive carpet
help create a bespoke interior. A stylish,
streamlined luggage rack houses individual
overhead controls for the advanced air
conditioning system. An integrated 19 inch
widescreen LCD monitor is supported by a
Blaupunkt audio visual system for high
specification on board entertainment.
Individual passenger seats feature 3 point
seatbelts, leather pad and piping and adjustable
footrests. The exclusive super wide Gala VIP
passenger seat upgrade option is available
together with full nappa leather trim. A choice of
seating configurations are available including
accommodation of table seating.
Elite offers an exclusive washroom design
featuring modern styling and the very best
possible use of space. A user friendly,
bespoke 3 way servery which includes sink,
storage, electrical outlets to accommodate
different kitchen devices and optional choice
of appliances, helps the crew offer first class
hospitality on the move.
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