Coach Fleet

Below are all of the coaches currently operating in the Crossways fleet.

GL69 CDP - Scania/ Higer Touring C61FLt

The decision to join the Pullman Hollidays franchise in Summer 2019 lead to the purchase of a second new coach.

In reality, this model uses a Paragon Kits bodyshell with Oxford diecast interior and chassis. Mark Hughes Models wheels are also fitted.

GL19 RFA - Mercedes Tourismo M/2 C49FLt

The first of a number arrivals for the coaching fleet in 2019 was this new Mercedes Tourismo. It is used on a wide range of work operating out of Gloucester depot.

In reality, this model is scratchbuilt from sheet plasticard using whitemetal seats and wheels from Mark Hughes Models . The driver is from RTC Models.

GL67 RSZ - Hino S'Elega C45FLt

The second of two vehicles to enter service in January 2018, this vehicle wears a special version of fleet livery to advertise the link service operated several times a week between Gloucester and Stratford in London exclusively for Eurowide customers connecting to the partnership's European services. Crossways is grateful to Red Rover Sales and service for importing the vehicle on our behalf.

In reality, this is a repainted Trane diecast.

GL66 ENR - Volvo B11RT/ Plaxton Elite i (short) CH60/4Ft

Bought new in 2016 for its striking appearance and delivered at the start of September was this vehicle. It is to the shorter version making it an unusual coach. It was used as the launch vehicle for the then new X10 service from Gloucester to Cardiff.

In reality, this model is scratchbuilt using wheels, seats and a steering wheel from Mark Hughes models. The driver is from RTC models.

GL65 RTZ - Scania/ Irizar PB C61FLt

Our first brand new coach delivered January 2016. It is used mainly as a private hire coach, although can be used on the company's coach services or holiday work as and when required. It is based at Gloucester depot.

In reality, this is a repainted Oxford Diecast. The driver is from RTC models.

BK14 LDX - Volvo B9R/ Caetano Levante C48FLt

A versatile coach added in early 2020 to bolster the coach fleet.

In reality, this is a repainted Corgi Diecast model.

CN12 ADO - Volvo B12B/ Van Hool T9 C49FLt

Joining the fleet in 2019, this coach wears a special advertising livery for the Flexicoach partnership with Southwestbus.

In reality, this is a repainted Corgi diecast.

SN12 DWU - MAN A91/ Fast Syter C55DL

A summer 2020 addition, the high seating capacity and dual doors make this vehicle ideal for schools and Private Hire work.

In reality, this is a scratchbuilt model, using Mark Hughes Models components.

WA61 KFP - Dennis Javelin/ Plaxton Profile C51FL

This ex Town and Country group vehicle joined the fleet in early 2019 for schools and private hire work. It wears its previous owners livery but with branding for Cruiseconnect, an arm of Flexicoach.

In reality, this model was scratchbuilt as a Plaxton Premiere by Roger Hey, and converted to a Profile by Stephen Read.

YN58 JFX - Iveco Eurorider/ Plaxton Paragon C53F

This vehicle was added in summer 2018 for general coaching work. She is ex Barline Travel (but new to Southwest Bus), and was acquired via a dealer.

In reality, this is a repainted Corgi OOC diecast. Crossways is grateful to Paul Savage for providing a replacement front end for the model.

T184 UWL - Volvo B10M/ Plaxton Premiere C70F

This ex-Padbus vehicle was purchased in late 2016 for schools work.

In reality, this is a repainted Corgi diecast, with replacement seats fitted by Paul Dudfield.

GL05 BUS - Volvo B10M/ Van Hool T8 C53F

Originally registered S179GNW, this vehicle joined the fleet in 2016 for local schools and private hire work.

In reality, this is a repainted Corgi diecast with Mark Hughes models wheels. Crossways is grateful to Eldorado Sales and Service for preparing the vehicle for painting in our own workshops.

712 CCH - Volvo B10M/ Plaxton Paramount C53F

Acquired in March 2020, this JWS restyled Plaxton Paramount is a semi preserved vehicle/ general spare.

In reality, this is a modified EFE diecast. We are extremely grateful to Terry Jones for completing the conversion on our behalf at the request of the Southwestbus sales department.