Starcraft Prodigy

Starcraft Prodigy

The Starcraft Prodigy DRW (Dual Rear Wheels) bus is classified as an M.F.S.A.B., or Multi-Function School Activity Bus, making it a top choice for daycare centers and churches, especially in states with stringent regulations for transporting young children. While it shares similarities with Starcraft’s Quest model, designed for public schools, the Prodigy eliminates the additional mirrors and marker lights found on the Quest. A distinctive feature is its white exterior, contrasting with the traditional yellow of school buses. Please verify your state’s specific regulations with your local DMV when transporting small children.

True to Starcraft’s renowned designs, the Prodigy features a durable welded steel cage framework and boasts one of the industry’s most extensive standard feature sets. It also comes with a highly comprehensive warranty, setting a benchmark in the market. With a one-piece FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) roof integrated into its steel structure, the Prodigy exceeds or meets all FMVSS school bus safety standards. It can be built on either the Ford E-Series or GM 3500 chassis.

Notable Exterior Features of the Starcraft Prodigy

• A fully welded steel cage structure adhering to all applicable FMVSS requirements
• Aluminum exterior side walls for long-lasting durability
• Fiberglass front and rear caps for enhanced strength
• Aluminum skirts for a polished appearance
• A seamless, one-piece FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) roof
• Rub rails along the floor line and seat height, extending around the rear of the bus
• A black painted steel rear bumper for durability
• 1/2” plywood flooring for stability
• Tinted split-sash passenger windows with black frames (clamp ring style)
• Windows positioned on both sides of the rear exit and entry doors
• An electric-actuated bi-fold outward-opening entry door equipped with upper and lower emergency release handles and emergency exits
• A rear exit door with upper and lower glass, a door-ajar buzzer, an interior red light above the exit, a locking floor-mounted hold-open mechanism, heavy-duty greasable hinges, a red interior emergency release handle, a three-point latch, interior and exterior “Emergency Door” decals, and a vandal lock with starter interrupt
• LED front and rear marker lights, along with 4” round LED stop, tail, turn, and backup lights
• LED side-mounted midship turn and marker lights for visibility
• Rearview exterior mirrors featuring built-in convex mirrors, including street-side and curbside front-mounted crossover mirrors
• White reflective prismatic tape marking all emergency exits
• A backup safety alarm for enhanced security
• Front and rear mud flaps for protection
• Complete undercoating applied according to chassis manufacturer guidelines

Top Customization Options for the Starcraft Prodigy

• Fire-block upholstery for improved safety
• A 65,000 BTU rear heater for extra warmth
• An AM/FM/CD radio for passenger entertainment
• Activity seats for flexible use
• Integrated child seats for added safety
• A PA system for passenger announcements
• Overhead luggage racks for storage convenience
• A roof hatch for ventilation
• Strobe lights for increased visibility
• A driver’s side running board for easy access
• Storage racks for organization
• A manual entry door as an alternative option