Dresden Trams
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Dresden Trams
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Dresden's tram system has a track gauge of 1450mm (about ½ inch wider
than standard gauge) with 12 lines. Dresden has 4 types of low floor trams
in service and the NGTD12DD built by Bombardier are the newest. There are
12 axles
arranged in 6 trucks located under these 5 part articulated trams. This single-ended unit provide seating for
107 passengers
and standing room for another 153. It is powered by 8 85kW motors for a
total rating of 680 kW, 912 hp and a top speed of 70 km/h, 43 mph. They are 45
metres (just over 147 ½ feet) long. This tram was built by Bombardier and entered service in October 2004 officially numbered 232 824-1 (2824). Dresden NGTD12DD 2826 on route 11 at Albertplatz on Tuesday April 18th, 2006. |
Michael Taylor
