Sydney L-Class Tram

NSWGT 'L' Class
(Sydney)

'L' Class Tram in George Street Sydney
Manufacturer Randwick Workshops
Constructed 1906-14
Number built 250
Specifications
Length 38 ft 6.5 in (11.748 m)
Height 12 ft 1.5 in (3.696 m)
Weight 13.7 long tons (13.9 t)
Passenger capacity seats 55 or 56
Maximum speed 60km/h
Engine power 2 × 60 hp
Power supply 600VDC
Electric system(s) Overhead catenary
Current collection method Trolley pole
Gauge 4 ft 8 12 in (1,435 mm)

Sydney L-Class Trams an improved version of the F-class trams increasing seating capacity by converting the external longitudinal seats to cross-bench style.[1]

References

  1. McCarth & Chinn (1974). New South Wales Tramcar Handbook 1861-1961. SPER.