Based on high-resolution neutron diffraction data we investigate Bi-based B
i1-xSrxMnO3 (x - 1/2 and 2/3) samples in the interval 1.5 K-RT. Phase coexi
stence was detected in both samples in the whole temperature range. The obs
erved magnetic structures and transport data suggest the presence of charge
order already at RT. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved.