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Tram

Brookville PCC II

Built by St. Louis Car Company

Top speed
64 km/h
40 mph
Length
14.2 m
46 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,588 mm
Broad gauge
Years built
1947

Overview of the Brookville PCC II

Explore the historic PCC II tram, a classic model built by the St. Louis Car Company in 1947 and expertly refurbished by Brookville in 2002. This iconic tram boasts a length of 14.2 meters and a width of 2.44 meters, showcasing a timeless design.

The PCC II is powered by a 600 V DC electric system, allowing it to reach a top speed of 64 km/h, making it an efficient urban transport solution. Its standard gauge measures 1588 mm, fitting seamlessly into compatible rail networks.

This particular tram, designated SEPTA PCC II, has served on SEPTA Regional Rail in the United States. The PCC II stands as a testament to enduring railway engineering and a nostalgic symbol of past urban mobility.

Brookville PCC II technical specifications

Value
Built bySt. Louis Car Company · 1947
RefurbishedBrookville 2002
Top speed64 km/h40 mph
Electric systems
  • 600 V DC
Track gauge1,588 mmBroad gauge5 ft 2½ in
Length14.2 m46 ft 7 in
Width2.44 m8 ft 0 in
Height3.35 m11 ft 0 in

Operators of the Brookville PCC II

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

OperatorClassCountry
SEPTA Regional RailSEPTA PCC IIUnited States

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