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Twin Coach bus in Chicago
Not a part of the official Smithsonian Collection
This green-and-white CTA bus is one of a fleet of about 1400 Twin Coach buses, manuctured by the Fageol, and later the Flxible, bus company. These classic, "Old Look" buses are easily recognized by their high, 6-paned, dash windows. |
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Physical Description |
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Photograph. Color photograph of a 5000-series "Old Look" Twin Coach bus in Chicago.
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Details |
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Credit: | Courtesy of Bruce G. Moffat |
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History |
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In the 1950s and 60s, the Chicago Transit Authority owned and operated the largest fleet of propane gas buses in the world. Propane was less expensive than diesel fuel at the time, allowing the CTA to allocate more resources to upgrading service and operations.
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Related People, Places, and Events |
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Maker
Fageol/Flxible Company
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Chicago Transit Authority
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Chicago, Illinois
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