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Northern Irish Bus Videos
Registrace 24. 04. 2022
Hello people of the internet! Welcome to the Northern Irish Bus Videos Channel!
My name’s Alex, I’m a young bus enthusiast from Northern Ireland and I’ve been interested in buses for a couple of years now.
This channel will share a wide variety of bus content across Northern Ireland. Despite the channel being dedicated to ‘Northern Ireland bus content’ I will also be making content from other countries across the globe.
This channel will heavily feature the ‘B7TL ALX 400s’ as they’re my personal favourite bus models.
That’s all I’ve got to say, I hope yous enjoy the content and whilst you’re at it, why not leave a subscription? It helps a ton
Enjoy!
My name’s Alex, I’m a young bus enthusiast from Northern Ireland and I’ve been interested in buses for a couple of years now.
This channel will share a wide variety of bus content across Northern Ireland. Despite the channel being dedicated to ‘Northern Ireland bus content’ I will also be making content from other countries across the globe.
This channel will heavily feature the ‘B7TL ALX 400s’ as they’re my personal favourite bus models.
That’s all I’ve got to say, I hope yous enjoy the content and whilst you’re at it, why not leave a subscription? It helps a ton
Enjoy!
The Last Ever Scania L94UB Wright Solar Service With Translink.
Saturday 30th March 2024 saw an end of an era. This day saw the end of Scania L94UB Wright Solar operations with Translink with F/N 2447 being the one to play host.
In this video, we capture Solar 2447 operating the last ever L94UB Solar run towards Kells on 149b.
These vehicles have been in Translink’s fleet for over 20 years with the first example being produced in 2000.
As of June 2023, there are now officially only 3 Scania Solars left in the whole fleet.
Fleet numbers:
750 - Training School Vehicle
822 - Storage Holder at Larne
2412 - Translink Safety Bus
Two of these vehicles (750 and 2412) are part of Translink’s auxiliary fleet with the other (822) being SORN’d and awaiting scrap.
As for public service, the L94UB’s are now officially history.
Goodbye L94UB’s (2000 - 2024)
In this video, we capture Solar 2447 operating the last ever L94UB Solar run towards Kells on 149b.
These vehicles have been in Translink’s fleet for over 20 years with the first example being produced in 2000.
As of June 2023, there are now officially only 3 Scania Solars left in the whole fleet.
Fleet numbers:
750 - Training School Vehicle
822 - Storage Holder at Larne
2412 - Translink Safety Bus
Two of these vehicles (750 and 2412) are part of Translink’s auxiliary fleet with the other (822) being SORN’d and awaiting scrap.
As for public service, the L94UB’s are now officially history.
Goodbye L94UB’s (2000 - 2024)
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Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B9TL Gemini 1 2217 (Route 367)
zhlédnutí 133Před 9 hodinami
Onboard footage of Newtownabbey’s Volvo B9TL Gemini 1 2217 on the 367 Newtownabbey town service. Enjoy the video!
Translink Goldline Scania Irizar i4 1071 (Route 219a)
zhlédnutí 186Před 14 hodinami
Wee spin on one of Antrim’s three Goldline Scania Irizar i4’s (1071) on the 219a from Belfast to Antrim.
Translink Goldline Scania Caetano Invictus 2032 (Route 273)
zhlédnutí 245Před 21 hodinou
Some footage onboard one of Translink’s Scania Caetano Invictus’s 2032 on route 273 to Belfast. The Scania GR875R gearbox built into this Caetano was lovely sounding as can be heard in the video. Enjoy!
Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B9TL Gemini 1 2225 (Balmoral Show Shuttle)
zhlédnutí 239Před dnem
Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B9TL Gemini 1 2225 (Balmoral Show Shuttle) This is one of only two 2007 built B9TL’s built for Lisburn.
City Tours Belfast Scania Omnicity YT59 SFX / Ex London United SP40093 (City Tour)
zhlédnutí 72Před 14 dny
Some onboard footage on City Tours Belfast’s one of only 2 Scania Omnicity’s YT59 SFX (Ex London United SP40093 on a City Tour around Belfast. Enjoy!
Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B7TL ALX 400 2313 (Route 116e)
zhlédnutí 138Před 14 dny
Some onboard footage of Translink Ulsterbus ALX 400 2313 on route 116e to Magherafelt from Coleraine. This B7 is one of only two ALXs to reside in Magherafelt Depot along with sister 2314.
*Preserved* Ulsterbus Bristol RE 2584 (Bus Rally Shuttle)
zhlédnutí 275Před 21 dnem
Here is some footage dating back to April of Bristol RE 2584 on the ITH Bus Rally’s shuttle. This RE hasn’t seen action around Northern Ireland since 2004 and has seen no changes to the exterior nor interior since its withdrawal from Translink services in 2004. Enjoy the lovely screams from this Bristol RE!
Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B7TL ALX 400 2325 (Route 384g)
zhlédnutí 140Před 21 dnem
Here is some footage onboard one of Omagh’s 6 ALXs (2325) on Town Service route 384g. This ALX in particular seemed to have had a very distinctive whistle to it as can be heard in the video. Enjoy the video!
Translink Metro Volvo B9TL Gemini 2 2375 (Route 14B)
zhlédnutí 215Před 21 dnem
Today, we have another of Newtownabbey’s B9TL’s, this time we have Gemini 2 (2375) This B9 certainly was half decent, it was quick, smooth and sounded very beefy. Certainly one of the better Geminis i’ve had in ages. Enjoy the video!
*Preserved* Citybus Volvo B10BLE Wright Renown 2784 (Bus Rally Shuttle)
zhlédnutí 257Před měsícem
Footage I was able to take onboard preserved Citybus B10BLE 2784 on the 2024 ITH Bus Rally shuttle. This bus is now privately preserved, and is one of only three B10BLE’s in preservation. The other two being 2806 & 2823. Enjoy the video!
Translink Ulsterbus Wright Streetdeck 3135 (Route 367)
zhlédnutí 209Před měsícem
Ride on Ulsterbus Newtownabbey’s first Wright Streetdeck 3135 on the 367 Newtownabbey Town Service. This bus was originally based in Metro Newtownabbey before being sent to Falls for a full repaint. The idea is to transfer all the Metro Streetdecks over to Ulsterbus to replace the final ALX 400s still in service. All Metro Streetdecks will soon be replaced by brand new electric vehicles for use...
Translink Ulsterbus Scania L94UB Wright Solar 2447 (Route 128b)
zhlédnutí 433Před měsícem
Quick ride on Ballymena’s last ever L94UB Solar No.2447 on the 128b to Broughshane. Since then, this bus has now been decommissioned and withdrawn from public service.
*Preserved* Ulsterbus Leyland Tiger N Type 343 (Bus Rally Shuttle)
zhlédnutí 366Před měsícem
Some onboard footage of preserved Leyland Tiger N Type 343 on a bus rally shuttle for the ITH’s Bus Rally. New to Ulsterbus Enniskillen in 1984, 343 spent the majority of its life based out in Enniskillen before subsequently being transferred over to Craigavon in 2006. Afterwards it was taken out of public service and used by the Driving School for training purposes in its twilight years with T...
Translink Ulsterbus Wright GB Hawk 2593 (Route 367)
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Translink Ulsterbus Wright GB Hawk 2593 (Route 367)
Translink Ulsterbus Optare Solo SR 0023 (Route 319a)
zhlédnutí 362Před měsícem
Translink Ulsterbus Optare Solo SR 0023 (Route 319a)
City Tours Belfast Volvo B7TL ALX 400 RFZ 8427 / Ex Dublin Bus AV125 (City Tour)
zhlédnutí 174Před měsícem
City Tours Belfast Volvo B7TL ALX 400 RFZ 8427 / Ex Dublin Bus AV125 (City Tour)
ITH Mystery Tour - September 30th 2023
zhlédnutí 383Před měsícem
ITH Mystery Tour - September 30th 2023
*Preserved* UTA Leyland PS1 515 (Bus Rally Shuttle)
zhlédnutí 344Před měsícem
*Preserved* UTA Leyland PS1 515 (Bus Rally Shuttle)
Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B7TL ALX 400 2321 (Route 384c)
zhlédnutí 267Před měsícem
Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B7TL ALX 400 2321 (Route 384c)
*Loud ZF* Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B7TL ALX 400 2318 (Route 302g)
zhlédnutí 349Před měsícem
*Loud ZF* Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B7TL ALX 400 2318 (Route 302g)
*Preserved* Citybus Bristol RE 2306 (Bus Rally Shuttle)
zhlédnutí 369Před 2 měsíci
*Preserved* Citybus Bristol RE 2306 (Bus Rally Shuttle)
Preserved Buses in Belfast City Centre - April 27th 2024
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Preserved Buses in Belfast City Centre - April 27th 2024
Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B9TL Gemini 1 2229 (Route 367)
zhlédnutí 432Před 2 měsíci
Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B9TL Gemini 1 2229 (Route 367)
Buses at Monkstown Avenue - April 10th 2024
zhlédnutí 698Před 2 měsíci
Buses at Monkstown Avenue - April 10th 2024
Translink Metro Volvo B9TL Gemini 1 2348 (Route 2g)
zhlédnutí 471Před 2 měsíci
Translink Metro Volvo B9TL Gemini 1 2348 (Route 2g)
Translink Ulsterbus Optare Solo SR 1972 (Route 338e)
zhlédnutí 232Před 2 měsíci
Translink Ulsterbus Optare Solo SR 1972 (Route 338e)
*Thrash & Kickdown* Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B7TL ALX 400 2303 (Route 93)
zhlédnutí 296Před 2 měsíci
*Thrash & Kickdown* Translink Ulsterbus Volvo B7TL ALX 400 2303 (Route 93)
Translink Metro ‘Airport Express’ Optare Versa 1828 (Route 600)
zhlédnutí 189Před 2 měsíci
Translink Metro ‘Airport Express’ Optare Versa 1828 (Route 600)
City Tours Belfast Scania Omnicity YT59 RYO / Ex London United SP40087 (City Tour)
zhlédnutí 192Před 3 měsíci
City Tours Belfast Scania Omnicity YT59 RYO / Ex London United SP40087 (City Tour)
Good video of 2225
This Bus Operates The Belfast-Dublin Goldline Route
Good video of 2325
Cheers matey
Good video of 2313
Many thanks pal
Gosh 2375 really does sound good
It was a good going machine.
Got this about a month ago. It's one of the more duller examples left but still an ALX400 after all
Yeah, It’s certainly far from a favourite of mine. Would take it over a Gemini 3 any day of the week though.
@@NorthernIrishBusVideos Exactly that!
Do these have hold gears by any chance? sounds like it!
I actually don’t know on that one. I would imagine they do but I’m open to correction on that one.
I seen that bus last week!
the one hwak I am still yet to ride
Ive never seen one of those buses
I see that 1431 has new seats
They are formerly from a now scrapped plaxton premiere
Great video!
How many gears are on the Mm?
ALX 400’s have 6 gears (6 forward speeds and 1 reverse)
Seems empty, was it taken at the weekend?
Would have been a weekday as Bangor don't use their alx400s on weekends
Can hear my voice at 1:18 😂 anyways it was nice catching up with you Alex
Likewise, Aniran.
Good video of 2318
Thank you!
Please tell me how did you get access to hamills and visit it thank you also great video.
👍
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What a flyer
Ah spotted it on the same route to Ballywalter last monday
Lovely, 2308 is commonly found on that 7 route. It’s a very scenic route nonetheless.
please tell me what do you record with also great video
Thank you. I record with an Iphone 14.
Did Ulsterbus 2023 preservation group really save her?
I’m afraid not. The post made in the 2823 Preservation Group was made for an April Fools joke.
Any idea what happened to optare solo SR 1968 and 1970?
Both SR’s were transferred over to Omagh from Bangor in June 2021.
@@NorthernIrishBusVideos are they still in use? Says on the fleetlist website they are withdrawn?
@@DemolitionEvil They are still in use, yes
@@NorthernIrishBusVideos1970 is off the road 1968 still in use.
@@NorthernIrishBusVideos1970 is off the road at the moment
Lovely video. Sounds very similar to an EEZ one!
It definitely has its similarities. Probably one of the best IEZs i’ve had. 2309 and 2318 are also brilliant runners from the IEZ batch.
@@NorthernIrishBusVideos really want to get 2318, although whenever I’m up the Bangor ALX’s never seem to be out
@@SeanTheBusEnthusiast She often sees use when schools are on. Usually on a Donaghadee or a 302 town service.
1828 is Foyle Metro not Metro
It is ‘formerly’ Foyle Metro. August 2023 saw 1828 transferred to Metro MSC for use on the Airport Express 600 runs (occasionally regular Metro routes). Most Foyle Versa’s have been transferred across different N.I depots, much like this one. If you wish to read more, please read the description on this video.
@@NorthernIrishBusVideos I thought Airport express was owned by ulsterbus
@@TheDerrybusspotter No, They never have been.
This one defo seems to run better than the other 3 versas lol as they are always breaking down 😂
Same can happen with this example at any given point. To me, all these Versa’s are the same, very uncomfortable and have a horrible ride quality from a passenger’s point of view.
@NorthernIrishBusVideos Oh i agree with you 100%
I presume the 2007's have this interior and the 2008's have the newer interior?
That is correct. That’s the only major difference between these ‘07 models and the ‘08 models.
Farewell L94UBs. You served us well.
There still 750
@@TheDerrybusspotter Withdrawn as of recently
@@NorthernIrishBusVideos wait, is 750 also gone?
@@PublicTransportNI Not just yet, but it’ll be at the Coca-Cola factory soon enough.
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....ohh and yes I just subbed :)
What length are those?
13.4m (I think)
Still on the road
Nope, corroded, mouldy and ready for the breaking!
This is actually Ex Metro
Yup
I really want to ride this beast again
Great machine fhat!
She’s an absolute flyer. Flew herself up to Newtownards with not one problem.
Good video of 2309
Thanks!
Alex there’s no more Metros ALX400 fleet but 2912 and 2920 is withdrawn with ace coaches
Depends on the time but it will either go straight to the hospital or it will go through the parks as in your video. Going through the parks used to be every hour when the old Omagh hospital was in use
Hmm.. that’s very interesting.
hi
Hi
2999 Ran with Ulsterbus throughout her Translink days. City Tours have done a great job with 2969 and 99 both vehicles look very smart and it is fantastic to see them getting a new life.
Ah I see, cheers for the correction. They certainly looked after both of them well, made them look like they were just brand new in the mid-2000s.
Oh this one has a nice gearbox
Most Optare’s do. Doesn’t change my mind on them at all though. They’re still tubs.
@@NorthernIrishBusVideos I agree there as I'll always detest em
Is 2447 still on the road
For now, yes
Nice to hear that this bus is still alive and well. I used to get this bus during high school when it was at Bangor.
@@PublicTransportNI Well she’s got till April before her PSV expires.
Good video of 2230
Good video of 2988
Cheers mate
Great video do u know apart from the seat patterns do translinks first batch of geminis have any performance differences to the second batch
Not that I know of, I believe these later Geminis were manufactured the same as the ‘07 batch, with the only difference obviously being the seat moquette.
Good video of 2308
Cheers mate
Just to clarify what ALXS are there in newtownards its all a cluster can never remember anymore
Newtownards have 7 ALXs remaining in service. Fleet numbers: 2308, 2309, 2328, 2875, 2878, 2880 and 2980
@@NorthernIrishBusVideos Thank you mate
@@dentists2220 No worries 👍
This sounds like a hybrid optare solo sr
Sounds great
It’s a fully electric vehicle. Translink do have hybrid Optares (00** numbered) and I have to admit, they have a nice Voith gearbox built into them.