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CGE Desio – photo 1© trainspo.com
Tram

CGE Desio

Built by Carminati & Toselli, CGE, Siemens

Length
13 m
42 ft 8 in
Track gauge
1,445 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1926
6 units

Overview of the CGE Desio

Discover the historic Desio tram, a true marvel of engineering from 1926.

Built by renowned manufacturers Carminati & Toselli, CGE, and Siemens, this classic vehicle boasts a 1445 mm gauge, reflecting the standards of its era.

As part of the Azienda Trasporti Milanesi, the ATM Desio served the city of Milan, Italy, contributing to its rich public transportation heritage.

Measuring 13 meters in length and 2 meters in width, the Desio offers a fascinating glimpse into early urban transit design and its enduring legacy.

CGE Desio technical specifications

Value
Built byCarminati & Toselli, CGE, Siemens · 19266 units
Track gauge1,445 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8⅞ in
Length13 m42 ft 8 in
Width2 m6 ft 7 in

Operators of the CGE Desio

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

OperatorClassCountry
Azienda Trasporti MilanesiATM DesioItaly

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