Max Passengers
14 passengers
Standard configuration for shuttle and transit applications.
- Seats14
- Rows4
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Built on Ford & GM Chassis
DS-Series
The DS-Series is Micro Bird’s purpose-built accessibility bus, a taller, wider-profile vehicle engineered specifically for special needs and paratransit operations. Built on the same proven D-Series dual-rear-wheel platform, with a raised body profile, ADA-compliant lifts, and multiple securement options for up to 24 ambulatory passengers or up to 4 wheelchair positions.
Max Passengers
24
Engine
7.3/6.0L
Overall Length
283–346"
Body Warranty
5 yr
Key Advantages
Why Operators Choose
the DS-Series
the DS-Series
Purpose-built for accessibility, not adapted, not retrofitted. Engineered from the ground up for special needs and paratransit operations.
Built for accessibility from the ground up
The DS-Series isn’t a standard bus with a lift bolted on. Every design decision, from the raised body profile to the wider door opening, starts with the needs of mobility-impaired passengers.
ADA-compliant out of the box
Fully compliant with 56″ door openings, 30″+ wide lifts, and 30″ × 48″ securement areas. Meeting American accessibility standards for passenger safety.
Features and technology
Engineered for excellence
Every detail of the DS-Series is designed to maximize durability, passenger safety, and long-term value.
Built for Every Passenger, Every Time
The DS-Series is the most accessible bus in the Micro Bird commercial lineup, engineered to meet and exceed ADA and CSA D409 standards on every configuration.
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ADA/CSA D409 compliant design
56″ door openings, 30″+ wide lifts, 30″ × 48″ securement areas
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Braun and ricon wheelchair lifts
Smooth-operating, smooth-deploying lifts with safety interlocks
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Safety interlocks
Vehicle cannot move while doors or lifts are deployed
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Slip-resistant floors and grab bars
Throughout the passenger cabin for safe boarding and transit
Safe, Flexible Wheelchair Securement
The DS-Series offers multiple securement options, configurable to your passengers’ needs and your drivers’ workflows.
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Recessed Track System
Clean floor profile, flexible reconfiguration between W/C and ambulatory layouts
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Slide N’Click Securement
Fast, single-motion lock and release for reduced dwell time at stops
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Floor Pocket Anchorages
Compatible with all standard four-point wheelchair restraint systems
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Q’Straint Tie-Downs
Optional gurney fastening for medical transport applications
Built to Outlast
The DS-Series shares the proven D-Series structural platform engineered for long service life and minimal maintenance in demanding daily operations.
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Galvanized Steel Roof Bows
Enhanced rollover protection throughout the structure
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Heavy-Gauge Steel Side Impact Barriers
Integrated seat rail for added structural protection
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Aluminum Side Body Panels
Longevity and low repair costs over the vehicle’s lifetime
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Completely Sealed Floor
Blocks dust, moisture, and noise from the passenger compartment
A Dignified Ride for Every Passenger
The DS-Series wider, taller profile creates more room and a more comfortable environment for passengers with mobility needs and their caregivers.
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93″ Interior hip width
Spacious cabin for easy movement and wheelchair positioning
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118″ Exterior height
Taller profile for more interior headroom and lift clearance
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Energy-absorbing body mounting blocks
Absorb road vibration for a smoother, quieter ride
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Fiberglass insulation throughout
Reduces noise transfer and prevents condensation and corrosion
Technical Data
Specifications
Comprehensive technical data for the DS-Series commercial bus.
Chassis
- Chassis
Ford/GM
- Wheelbase
158″/159″ — 216″
- Engine
7.3L gas/6.0L gas
- Transmission
Floor Plans
Flexible
Configurations
Configurations
A variety of seat plans and configurations are available, including track seating and special needs options.
14 passengers + luggage rack
Full seating capacity with overhead luggage racks throughout the cabin.
- Seats
Industries
Built for
Your Application
The DS-Series excels across a wide range of commercial and community transportation applications.
Photo Gallery
See the DS-Series
In action
In action
Explore interior and exterior details that make the DS-Series the most accessible bus in the Micro Bird commercial lineup.
Customization
Popular Options
Tailor your DS-Series to your exact specifications. Click any option to see how it looks.
- Seating & Interior
- Safety and visibility
- Accessibility
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