Max Passengers
25 passengers + rear luggage
Full capacity seating with a dedicated rear luggage compartment.
- Seats25
- Rows6
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Built on Ford & GM Chassis
G5 — Activity Bus
The G5 has been the industry leader in Type A safety and longevity since 2005 and as a certified Multi-Function School Activity Bus, it’s one of the most capable activity vehicles on the market. Up to 36 passengers, your choice of gas, propane, or electric, and a wide 96″ body that gives every passenger genuine room to move. Built for the routes that matter beyond the school run.
Max Passengers
36
Engine
6.6-7.3L
Overall Length
243– 320"
Warranty
5 yr
Key Advantages
Why Choose the G5
for Your Activity Program
for Your Activity Program
The largest, most versatile, and most fuel-flexible Type A activity bus on the market, with two decades of proven safety and reliability.
Built to Last
One-piece galvanized steel roof bows and aluminum side body panels deliver a structure engineered for rollover protection, longevity, and low repair costs.
Maximum visibility
The fully-glassed entrance door and More-View™ window give drivers an unobstructed view of the loading zone, the most critical safety moment in student transport.
Room for Your Whole Group
Up to 36 passengers in a wide 96″ body with a spacious centre aisle. Whether it’s a sports team with gear, a field trip, or a mixed ambulatory and wheelchair group, the G5 has the capacity and the configurations to handle it.
Choose Your Fuel, Match Your Budget
Gas, propane, or electric. The G5 is the only Type A activity bus available across all three fuel types, giving organizations the flexibility to match their operating costs, sustainability goals, and fuelling infrastructure.
Proven Over Two Decades
In production since 2005 and continuously refined, the G5’s reputation as the industry leader in safety and longevity isn’t marketing, it’s the result of 20 years of improvement and real-world performance.
Features and technology
Engineered for excellence
Twenty years of continuous refinement have made the G5 the safest, most durable, and most versatile Type A bus on the market. Every feature that makes it an exceptional school bus makes it an exceptional activity bus.
Visibility That Saves Lives
The G5 features our More-View™ window design and fully-glassed entrance door, giving drivers the clearest possible view of students at the most critical moments.
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More-view™ window
Unobstructed panoramic view of the road and loading zone
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Fully-glassed entrance door
Maximum visibility during student boarding and alighting
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Standard 32″ electric double-opening door
Wider entry for all students, including those with mobility needs (wider than the T-Series 24″ door)
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Double-leaf wheelchair doors
Protection on both sides of the lift, superior weather seal and door strength, a Micro Bird exclusive
Built to Outlast
The G5 body is engineered from the ground up for structural integrity and long-term durability. It’s built to serve school districts for years without excessive maintenance.
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One-piece galvanized steel roof bows
Enhanced safety and rollover protection throughout the structure
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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
Keeps dust, moisture, and noise outside the passenger compartment
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Gravel shield
Added body protection and increased vehicle longevity
One Bus. Three Fuel Options.
The G5 is the only Type A school bus in the Micro Bird lineup available in gas, propane, and electric, giving school districts the ability to choose the powertrain that fits their budget, infrastructure, and sustainability goals.
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6.6L gas (GM)/7.3L gas (Ford)
Proven reliability with widely available mechanics and fuelling infrastructure
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Propane
Near zero-emission performance with lower fuel costs and reduced maintenance vs. gas
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Electric
Zero emissions, V2G capability, and significantly reduced operating costs over time
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6-speed automatic overdrive
Smooth, efficient power delivery across all gas and propane configurations
Ready for Every Student
The G5 is fully equipped to serve students of all mobility levels, with Micro Bird-exclusive dual lift door design for safer, wider access.
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CSA D409-compliant wheelchair lifts
Smooth-operating lifts from Braun and Ricon
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Dual lift doors (Micro Bird Exclusive)
Better access, wider entry, shorter opening radius for safer handling
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Slide n’click and floor pocket anchorages
Safe, secure transport for special needs students
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Integrated child seats and 3-point seat belts
Available for enhanced safety and versatility (required by FMVSS 208 for GVWR under 10,000 lbs)
Technical Data
Specifications
Comprehensive technical data for the G5 school bus.
Chassis
- Chassis
Ford/Chevy/GMC
- Wheelbase
138″ – 177″ (Ford) and 139″ – 177″ (GM)
- Engine
7.3L gas economy or premium (Ford) and 6.6L Gas (GM)/Propane/Electric
- Transmission
6-speed automatic overdrive (Ford and GM)
- GVWR
11,500 lbs – 14,500 lbs (Ford) and 12,300 lbs – 14,200 lbs (GM)
- Fuel Tank
40 gallons (Ford) and 32 gallons (GM)
Body
- Overall Length
243″ – 320″
- Overall Width
96″
- Overall Height
110″ / 118″
- Passenger Capacity
Up to 36
- Roof Structure
One-piece galvanized steel bows
- Side Panels
Aluminium
Safety
- Windshield
More-View™ panoramic design: fully-glassed entrance door
- Side Impact
Full-length heavy-gauge galvanized steel barriers with integrated seat rail
- Rear Bumper
3/16″ × 9.5″ with 12″ wrap around
- Fuel Filler
- Warranty
5 years / 160,000 km body
Floor Plans
Flexible
Configurations
Configurations
A variety of seat plans and configurations are available, including track seating and special needs options.
25 passengers
High-capacity layout with wide-body seating for large group operations.
- Seats25
- Rows6
16 passengers + luggage
Standard seating with a dedicated luggage compartment.
- Seats16
- Rows7
22 seats – bench seating
Face-to-face bench layout along both sides with an open centre aisle.
- Seats22
- Rows10
14 passengers + 3 luggage racks
Standard seating with three overhead luggage racks for carry-on storage.
- Seats14
- Rows8
12 passengers + rear luggage
Standard seating with a dedicated rear luggage compartment.
- Seats12
- Rows5
25 passengers + rear luggage
Wide-body seating with full capacity and a rear luggage compartment.
- Seats25
- Rows6
Photo Gallery
See the G5 Activity Bus
In action
In action
Two decades of proven safety and reliability, ready for wherever your program takes you.
Customization
Popular Options
Tailor your G5 to your exact specifications. Click any option to learn more.
- Seating and interior
- Safety and visibility
- Accessibility
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