Exceptional manoeuvrability

Designed for the complexities of urban cleaning, the vehicle features a best-in-class turning circle and a highly compact footprint. This ensures easy access to narrow streets, bike lanes, pedestrian zones, and other confined spaces. The result is precise sweeping perfor­mance even in the most space-constrained environments.

Pushed sweep gear

The pushed sweep gear design keeps the side brushes positioned directly ahead of the front axle, offering the operator clear visibility and effortless control for maximum sweeping performance. This forward placement allows debris to be collected efficiently before passing under the vehicle, ensuring consistent pick-up along kerbs, walls, and narrow passages. With an adjustable sweeping width ranging from 1200mm to 2400mm, the Bucher CityCat VR17e adapts effortlessly from the narrowest alleyways to wider paths. Combined with four-wheel steering, the sweeper maintains perfect brush alignment even when cornering tightly, ensuring no material is left behind.

Battery Pack

Experience the next generation of electric mobility with our advanced Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery technology. Engineered for exceptional safety and thermal stability, it delivers peace of mind on every journey. With up to 15,000 operating hours and consistent, steady capacity day after day, you can count on reliable performance for years to come. This is battery technology built to go the distance.

On-board charger & regenerative braking

With 11 kW AC charging and 45 kW DC fast charging, the system provides full flexibility to meet individual needs. Whether for a single shift or multiple shifts, charging takes 4 to 5 hours with AC charging and less than 60 minutes with DC fast charging to be ready for the next full work cycle.

Depending which regenerative braking level is selected the high-voltage battery can be topped up during deceleration further increasing the time between charging breaks

Category B Driving Licence 

Engineered within the 3.5T vehicle class, the Bucher CityCat VR17e can be operated with a standard Category B driver license. No special training means more staff can jump in and go — adding flexibility for fleet managers and cities alike.

Operating noise at only 91 dB(A)

With low noise emissions of only 91 dB(A) (2000/14/EG), operations are possible around the clock, even at night.Low noise levels are especially important in cities and residential areas to minimize disturbance, improve quality of life, and ensure compliance with local noise regulations. In addition, this brings significant air quality improvements when compared to a diesel powered solution.

Sweeping suction power

Built on Bucher Municipal’s proven sweeping technology, the Bucher CityCat VR17e

delivers strong, consistent suction thanks to its wide-diameter, straight suction hose and energy-optimised fan. This design ensures powerful airflow for efficient removal of dust, litter, and heavier urban debris — even on uneven surfaces.

The straight suction hose reduces the risk of blockages, supporting reliable, trouble-free operation shift after shift. Combined with an adjustable sweeping width from 1200mm to 2400mm, it ensures thorough cleaning of both narrow spots and wider areas — making this sweeper an agile and highly effective solution for demanding urban environments.

The straight suction hose reduces the risk of blockages, supporting reliable, trouble-free operation shift after shift. Combined with an adjustable sweeping width from 1200 mm to  2400 mm, it ensures thorough cleaning of both narrow spots and wider areas — making this sweeper an agile and highly effective solution for demanding urban environments.

1.7 m³ aluminium hopper with water recirculation

The newly designed 1.7 m³ hopper is made of durable aluminiumto last the life of the sweeper. The large and easy to clean filter screen ensures high air velocity even in leaf season by preventing premature clogging. Discharge of the hopper can be operated from either the outside of the sweeper or directly from the cab. With a dumping height of 1350mm, the swept material can be easily emptied into skips or other high sided containers. 

A continuous direct-feeding system ensures optimal lubrication of suction hose, while the water recirculation system reuses the grey water inside the hopper reducing refilling costs and extending on-station time.

Developed with comfort and safety in mind

Each cab comes withfill sized driver seat with headrest to offer not just a comfortable driving experience, but also an ergonomic workstation.
We believe all drivers should enjoy working with our sweepers, so we’ve introduced a walk-through cab, soft touch steering and an armrest with ergonomically perfected controls. A great view out of the cab is not only provided by the big, heated front windscreen and all-glass doors but also through the camera options viewed through the Smart-Con and CSense screens.
Of course, safety is crucial and critical part of any machine. From the 3-point safety belt to the exceptional illumination of the sweeping area, helping identify hazards & pedestrians, it’s our duty to take care.

Smart-Con - start sweeping with the push of a button

The CityCat VR17e offers an intuitive and ergonomic operation of the sweeper via the Smart-Con multifunctionalarmrest paired with the Smart-Con 4.3-inch display. The sweeper can be operated single handedly while pop-up feedback on the Smart-Con screen provides information on the vehicle & sweeping status. This reduces the need for the operator to take their eye off the road and improves performance by allowing them to focus on the task in hand, sweeping.

CSense touch-display

The CSense 10.1-inch touch display gives an overview of the vehicle, as well as visual diagnostics and the ability to delve deeper into the menus to customise the set up. The display can be adjusted in height and angle to ensure a perfect ergonomic driving position.

Bucher Connect – service of the future

Digitizing fleets of any size with Bucher Connect makes the daily work of fleet owners and managers easier. Designed as an all-round service, it offers targeted support and services in all relevant areas to minimise downtime and reduce operating costs. Our aim is to ensure that sweepers are operated at their optimum level - cleaning the roads more effectively with minimum costs.