New Mercedes-Benz OC500LE clean diesel buses are now in service in Sydney's northern beaches area.

The buses are wheelchair accessible, and are fitted with ramps and kneeling suspension.

Additional features include air-conditiining, cloth seating, large electronic destination signage, and enhanced interior lighting.

The buses are part of the New South Wales Government's investment in 300 new buses, which have begun rolling out across the State.  Forty of these buses have been allocated to State Transit, twenty of which are  Mercedes-Benz clean diesel vehicles.

Facts & Figures

Chassis: Mercedes-Benz OC500LE
Built By: Custom Coaches
Length: 12.5 metres
Seating Capacity: 44
Fuel: Diesel - Euro 5
Years entered service: 2009 - 2010