Who manufactures Micro Bird buses?

Micro Bird buses are produced by Micro Bird, Inc., a joint venture between Blue Bird Corporation and Girardin Minibus. Micro Bird’s Type A buses are assembled at its 250,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing plant in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada.

What types of buses does Micro Bird make?

Micro Bird manufactures a complete line of Type A school buses, multi-function school activity buses (MFSAB), multi-purpose vehicles (MPV) and commercial buses. G5: The Micro Bird G5 can be configured for school bus, MFSAB and MPV applications. The G5 is available with a gasoline, propane or electric powertrain and can be built on a Ford or Chevy/GMC chassis. T-Series: The Micro Bird T-Series can be configured for school bus, MFSAB and MPV applications. The T-Series buses are built on a Ford Transit chassis and are available with either a Ford 3.5L or 3.5L EcoBoost gasoline engine. MB-II: The Micro Bird MB-II can be configured for school bus, MFSAB and MPV applications. The MB-II is available with a gasoline or propane powertrain and can be built on a Ford or Chevy/GMC chassis. D-Series : The Micro Bird D-Series is designed for commercial applications and is available in various configurations. The D-Series is available with a gasoline or electric powertrain and can be built on a Ford or GMC chassis. CT-Series: The Micro Bird CT-Series is designed for commercial applications and is available in various configurations. The CT-Series is built on a Ford Transit chassis with a Ford 3.5L or 3.5L EcoBoost gasoline engine. S-Series: The Micro Bird S-Series is designed for commercial applications and is available in various configurations. The S-Series can be built on a Ford or GMC chassis with two available gasoline engines.

Does Micro Bird make electric or alternative-fuel buses?

Micro Bird offers both electric and propane powertrain options. The G5E electric school bus and D-Series Electric commercial bus are spec'd with a lithium-ion NMC battery that has a range of approximately 100 miles. The Micro Bird G5, MB-II and D-Series models can all be equipped with a Ford 7.3L V8 engine integrated with ROUSH CleanTech’s Gen5 propane fuel system for a cleaner powertrain and lower emissions.

How many passengers can Micro Bird buses hold?

Micro Bird buses are available in a wide variety of configurations and seating arrangements, and all models have the option for wheelchair restraint systems and lifts. School Buses & MFSABs: G5: Max capacity of 36 passengers and up to six rows of seating T-Series: Max capacity of 25 passengers and up to five rows of seating MB-II: Max capacity of 20 passengers and up to five rows of seating MPVs: G5: Max capacity of nine passengers and up to five rows of seating T-Series: Max capacity of nine passengers and up to four rows of seating MB-II: Max capacity of nine passengers and up to five rows of seating Commercial: D-Series: Max capacity of 28 passengers and up to six rows of seating CT-Series: Max capacity of 17 passengers and up to five rows of seating S-Series: Mas capacity of 14 passengers and up to four rows of seating

Which chassis are Micro Bird buses built on?

Micro Bird buses are built on a Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana, Ford E-350/E-450 or Ford Transit chassis, depending on the model. They are also available in either a single- or dual-wheel format.

How much do Micro Bird buses cost?

The cost of a Micro Bird bus can vary greatly depending on the model, seating configuration, application, powertrain, etc. View our Micro Bird bus inventory or contact us to receive a specific quote from one of our sales representatives based on the bus model and configuration options you are interested in. View Inventory Inquire About a Bus

How does Micro Bird prioritize passenger safety?

To enhance safety in the event of a rollover and side impact, all Micro Bird buses feature a one-piece galvanized steel roof bow and are reinforced with heavy-gauge steel side impact barriers that incorporate the seat rail. Micro Bird's "More-View" windshield and fully glassed entrance door also provide maximum visibility for the driver. Micro Bird buses also come with the option of recessed wheelchair tracks and Slide N'Click or floor pocket anchorages to transport special needs passengers safely and securely. Plus, all wheelchair lifts are ADA-compliant.

How many Micro Bird dealerships does Rush Bus Centers have?

Rush Bus Centers is the country's premier bus dealer network and currently operates 23 full-service Micro Bird dealerships in Texas. View Dealerships

Is Rush Bus Centers certified to service and sell parts for Micro Bird buses?

Our Rush Bus Centers service departments are staffed by factory-trained, ASE-certified technicians qualified to work on type A, C and D buses. We currently have 25 dealerships certified to service and sell parts for Micro Bird buses. Find a Location

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Micro Bird buses have been known for their quality, safety and durability for more than 50 years, making them the perfect choice for commercial, special needs and daycare applications. The Micro Bird G5, MB-II and T-Series school bus, multi-function school activity bus and multi-purpose bus models all deliver exceptional safety and stability while transporting little passengers. And the D-Series, CT-Series and S-Series commercial buses are built to provide the best quality, durability, and safety for tour, shuttle, assisted living, and public transit applications. The combination of smart solutions built into every bus makes Micro Bird a leader in its class.

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School Buses

Micro Bird school buses offer low cost of ownership and the safety and durability you need to get children to and from school as safely as possible. The G5, T-Series and MB-II Type A school buses have max capacities ranging from 20–36 passengers and multiple options for layout, powertrain and chassis.

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Commercial Buses

Micro Bird’s commercial buses are designed for tours, assisted living, public transit and shuttle applications. The D-Series, CT-Series and S-Series commercial buses carry up to 28 passengers and can be purpose-built in various configurations and floor plans to fit your every need.

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Multi-Function School Activity Buses

Micro Bird's Multi-Function School Activity Buses are built with the highest standards and are ideal for field trips and activities. The G5, T-Series and MB-II Type A MFSABs have max capacities ranging from 14–36 passengers and are offered in a variety of lengths and configurations.

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Multi-Purpose Vehicles

Micro Bird's Multi-Purpose Vehicles are built with the same construction and design as their school buses but are non-CDL and can be operated using only a standard driver's permit. The G5, MB-II and T-Series MPVs have a max capacity of 9 passengers, making them a safer, bigger and more spacious alternative to regular passenger vans for transporting school children.

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Electric Buses

Micro Bird offers a variety of alternative fuel options, including the 100% battery-electric G5E electric school bus and D-Series Electric commercial bus. Both offer reduced greenhouse gas emissions and maintenance costs compared to internal combustion engines.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Micro Bird buses are produced by Micro Bird, Inc., a joint venture between Blue Bird Corporation and Girardin Minibus. Micro Bird’s Type A buses are assembled at its 250,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing plant in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada.
Micro Bird manufactures a complete line of Type A school buses, multi-function school activity buses (MFSAB), multi-purpose vehicles (MPV) and commercial buses.
- G5: The Micro Bird G5 can be configured for school bus, MFSAB and MPV applications. The G5 is available with a gasoline, propane or electric powertrain and can be built on a Ford or Chevy/GMC chassis.
- T-Series: The Micro Bird T-Series can be configured for school bus, MFSAB and MPV applications. The T-Series buses are built on a Ford Transit chassis and are available with either a Ford 3.5L or 3.5L EcoBoost gasoline engine.
- MB-II: The Micro Bird MB-II can be configured for school bus, MFSAB and MPV applications. The MB-II is available with a gasoline or propane powertrain and can be built on a Ford or Chevy/GMC chassis.
- D-Series: The Micro Bird D-Series is designed for commercial applications and is available in various configurations. The D-Series is available with a gasoline or electric powertrain and can be built on a Ford or GMC chassis.
- CT-Series: The Micro Bird CT-Series is designed for commercial applications and is available in various configurations. The CT-Series is built on a Ford Transit chassis with a Ford 3.5L or 3.5L EcoBoost gasoline engine.
- S-Series: The Micro Bird S-Series is designed for commercial applications and is available in various configurations. The S-Series can be built on a Ford or GMC chassis with two available gasoline engines.
Micro Bird offers both electric and propane powertrain options.

The G5E electric school bus and D-Series Electric commercial bus are spec'd with a lithium-ion NMC battery that has a range of approximately 100 miles.

The Micro Bird G5, MB-II and D-Series models can all be equipped with a Ford 7.3L V8 engine integrated with ROUSH CleanTech’s Gen5 propane fuel system for a cleaner powertrain and lower emissions.
Micro Bird buses are available in a wide variety of configurations and seating arrangements, and all models have the option for wheelchair restraint systems and lifts.

School Buses & MFSABs:
- G5: Max capacity of 36 passengers and up to six rows of seating
- T-Series: Max capacity of 25 passengers and up to five rows of seating
- MB-II: Max capacity of 20 passengers and up to five rows of seating
MPVs:
- G5: Max capacity of nine passengers and up to five rows of seating
- T-Series: Max capacity of nine passengers and up to four rows of seating
- MB-II: Max capacity of nine passengers and up to five rows of seating
Commercial:
- D-Series: Max capacity of 28 passengers and up to six rows of seating
- CT-Series: Max capacity of 17 passengers and up to five rows of seating
- S-Series: Mas capacity of 14 passengers and up to four rows of seating
Micro Bird buses are built on a Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana, Ford E-350/E-450 or Ford Transit chassis, depending on the model. They are also available in either a single- or dual-wheel format.
The cost of a Micro Bird bus can vary greatly depending on the model, seating configuration, application, powertrain, etc.

View our Micro Bird bus inventory or contact us to receive a specific quote from one of our sales representatives based on the bus model and configuration options you are interested in.

View Inventory

Inquire About a Bus
To enhance safety in the event of a rollover and side impact, all Micro Bird buses feature a one-piece galvanized steel roof bow and are reinforced with heavy-gauge steel side impact barriers that incorporate the seat rail. Micro Bird's "More-View" windshield and fully glassed entrance door also provide maximum visibility for the driver.

Micro Bird buses also come with the option of recessed wheelchair tracks and Slide N'Click or floor pocket anchorages to transport special needs passengers safely and securely. Plus, all wheelchair lifts are ADA-compliant.
Rush Bus Centers is the country's premier bus dealer network and currently operates 23 full-service Micro Bird dealerships in Texas.

View Dealerships
Our Rush Bus Centers service departments are staffed by factory-trained, ASE-certified technicians qualified to work on type A, C and D buses. We currently have 25 dealerships certified to service and sell parts for Micro Bird buses.

Find a Location

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