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Adtranz Sydney Variotram

Built by ABB, Adtranz

Length
28 m
91 ft 10 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1997–1998
7 units

Overview of the Adtranz Sydney Variotram

Discover the Sydney Variotram, a symbol of modern public transport in Australia.

Built by ABB and Adtranz between 1997 and 1998, this tram is operated by Metro Transport Sydney, classified as the MTS Variotram.

It runs on a standard gauge of 1435 mm, measuring an impressive 28 meters in length and a width of 2.65 meters.

The Sydney Variotram offers an efficient and comfortable ride, representing a key part of Sydney's urban transit network.

Adtranz Sydney Variotram technical specifications

Value
Built byABB, Adtranz · 1997–19987 units
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Train length28 m91 ft 10 in
Width2.65 m8 ft 8 in

Operators of the Adtranz Sydney Variotram

Railway companies that have operated the Sydney Variotram, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Metro Transport SydneyMTS VariotramAustralia

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