Routemaster

GPTKB entity

Properties (49)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf bus
gptkbp:brakes air brakes
gptkbp:capacity up to 72 passengers
gptkbp:collectibility model buses popular among collectors
gptkbp:colors red
red and cream
gptkbp:communityEvents used in parades and events
gptkbp:cultural_heritage preserved in museums
gptkbp:culturalImpact gptkb:symbol_of_London
gptkbp:design Routemaster_design_by_Sir_Alec_Issigonis
gptkbp:discontinued 2005
gptkbp:drivetrain front
gptkbp:engine diesel
gptkbp:enginePower 150 hp
gptkbp:fanBase featured in films and TV shows
gptkbp:features open rear platform
gptkbp:firstFlight Route_2
gptkbp:fuelType diesel
gptkbp:height 4.4 meters
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Routemaster
gptkbp:inspiration inspired new bus designs
gptkbp:interiorFeatures wooden seats
gptkbp:introduced 1956
gptkbp:involved over 2,800
gptkbp:legacy remains_a_beloved_symbol_of_London.
gptkbp:length 8.38 meters
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular maintenance
gptkbp:manufacturer AEC
gptkbp:mediaAppearances featured in various media
gptkbp:notableFeature gptkb:icon_of_London_transport
gptkbp:numberOfDoors 2
gptkbp:passengerCapacity step-free access on some models
gptkbp:productionYears 1956-2005
gptkbp:relatedModel RML
RM1
gptkbp:renovated many restored for heritage routes
gptkbp:retirementYear retired from regular service in 2005
gptkbp:route gptkb:Route_159
gptkbp:safetyFeatures emergency exits
gptkbp:seatingCapacity 64
gptkbp:services gptkb:London
gptkbp:style modernist
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Boris_Bus
gptkbp:suspension leaf spring
gptkbp:transmission manual
gptkbp:type double-decker
gptkbp:weight 7.5 tons
gptkbp:wheelbase 4.5 meters
gptkbp:width 2.5 meters