TST 979 – Caetano Gaia III
Coach operated by TST seen at Gare do Oriente, Lisboa, in October 2012. This coach with fleet number 979 is a Caetano Gaia III registered in 1997. It has an overall length of 39.4 ft and can accommodate 51 passengers (51+1+1). Fainsa seats. It uses the Mercedes-Benz OHL 1829 chassis with the 213 kW (290 hp) Mercedes-Benz OM 441 LA engine. Based in Laranjeiro , TST, or Transportes Sul do Tejo , operates regular services, regular specialized services, and occasional services. Here, we see this Caetano Gaia III on regular service 562, Lisboa (Gare do Oriente)–Setúbal. Thinking of buses manufactured in Portugal, this Caetano Gaia III is one of my favorites. I like its simple lines and balanced proportions, which remind me in some details of the Setra 315 GT-HD. I also like its spacious and comfortable interior. I believe all Caetano Gaia III use a Mercedes-Benz chassis, first the OH 1827 L with the OM 442 engine, then the OHL 1829 with the OM 441 LA engine. Throughout its long life, ...