Question Category: Carrying passengers


What's the likely weight difference between an empty bus and a bus with 75 passengers on board?


Explanation

"Your vehicle will handle very differently when it's full, compared with when it's empty. Having 75 passengers on board would increase the weight of the bus by about 5 tonnes - and the passengers may also have luggage. It will take longer to build up speed and the vehicle will be more difficult to stop. Forward planning and controlled braking will be required to allow for this extra weight."