The MAN SL200 was a series of single-decker, two-axle buses produced by MAN (Maschinenfabrik Augsburg-Nürnberg) from 1973 to 1988. It was a popular city bus model primarily used in Germany and other parts of Europe.
The SL200 was designed as a standard city bus, adhering to the VÖV-I standard (Verband Öffentlicher Verkehrsbetriebe - Association of German Transport Undertakings). This standard promoted uniformity in bus design and parts to simplify maintenance and operation for transit authorities.
Key characteristics of the MAN SL200 included a low-floor entry (though not a full low-floor like later designs), a rear-mounted engine, and typically two or three doors for passenger access. The engine was usually a diesel engine, contributing to the bus's robust and reliable reputation. The SL200 was available in various lengths and configurations to meet the needs of different transit operators.
The SL200 played a significant role in modernizing urban bus fleets in the 1970s and 1980s. Its design influenced subsequent generations of city buses, and many examples were in service for decades.