© trainspo.comDUEWAG Supertram
Built by DUEWAG, Siemens
Overview of the DUEWAG Supertram
Discover the Supertram, a modern light rail vehicle operating in Sheffield, United Kingdom, managed by Stagecoach Sheffield since its construction in 1992.
Built by DUEWAG and Siemens, this impressive tram measures 34.8 meters in length and weighs 47 tons. It offers a comfortable capacity of 86 seats and can reach a top speed of 80 km/h, making it well-suited for efficient urban transportation.
The Supertram utilizes a standard gauge of 1435 mm and is powered by a 750 V DC electric system. Having undergone a comprehensive refurbishment in 2006, it stands as a testament to reliable and effective public transport solutions.
DUEWAG Supertram technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | DUEWAG, Siemens · 199225 units | |
| Refurbished | 2006 (25) | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 3 cars | |
| Capacity | 86 seats | |
| Train length | 34.8 m114 ft 2 in | |
| Width | 2.65 m8 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 3.64 m11 ft 11 in | |
| Weight | 47 t103,617 lb |
Operators of the DUEWAG Supertram
Railway companies that have operated the Supertram, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Stagecoach Sheffield | Stagecoach Supertram | United Kingdom |
