Blackbuck Electric Vehicles has unveiled VIRO 2X, a 9-meter battery-electric bus developed for urban mobility, corporate transport, and app-based premium shuttle services. The model marks the company’s expansion from long-distance electric coaches into the urban segment, following the ELON 3X multi-axle platform, currently progressing toward production.
VIRO 2X is built on a proprietary EV-native platform integrating structure, electronics, and software, combining an aero-grade aluminium composite spaceframe with a high-strength stainless steel skateboard platform. This approach reduces overall vehicle weight compared with conventional buses in the segment, while maintaining structural strength and durability. The platform has been developed in-house, integrating structure, electrical systems, and software within a unified architecture.
The vehicle has been designed with a strong focus on passenger experience in urban operations, where comfort plays a critical role in modal choice. VIRO 2X addresses this with a low-noise cabin, refined suspension, and improved ride stability.
The platform supports multiple interior configurations, including a 34-seat layout and a 30-seat fully reclining premium-luxury version, enabling deployment across corporate transport, premium shuttle services, and private charter operations.
From a performance standpoint, Blackbuck reports energy consumption of up to 0.6 kWh per km with a range of up to 260 km at 80% state of charge, attributed to lightweight design and system-level efficiency.
“With VIRO 2X, we are focused on how efficiently mobility can operate in real-world conditions,” said R K Raju, Founder & CEO of Blackbuck EV.
Blackbuck positions VIRO 2X around lifecycle efficiency and operational reliability, supporting reduced maintenance and improved uptime for operators.
VIRO 2X is engineered and manufactured in India with strong localization, supported by global suppliers, aligned with the positioning: “Engineered in India, with global technology standards.”
Pilot batch deployment is scheduled from Q4 2026, with initial vehicles to be delivered for validation and live demonstration in selected urban markets.
