PTMZ LM-47

Built by PTMZ

Top speed

40 km/h

25 mph

Power output

220 kW

295 hp

Length

15.5 m

50 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,524 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1947–1949

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the PTMZ LM-47

Explore the LM-47 tram, a fascinating piece of Russian public transport history.

Built by PTMZ between 1947 and 1949, this iconic model served the Gorelectrotrans network in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

Measuring 15.5 meters long and 2.55 meters wide, the LM-47 offered a seating capacity of 35 passengers.

Equipped with a 600 V DC electric system and a power output of 220 kW, it could reach a top speed of 40 km/h.

Its 1524 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' axle configuration highlight the distinct engineering of its era, embodying the reliability and functionality of post-war trams.

PTMZ LM-47 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	PTMZ · 1947–1949
Top speed	40 km/h25 mph	25 mph
Power output	220 kW295 hp	295 hp
Electric systems	600 V DC
Track gauge	1,524 mmRussian broad gauge5 ft 0 in	5 ft 0 in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Capacity	35 seats
Length	15.5 m50 ft 10 in	50 ft 10 in
Width	2.55 m8 ft 4 in	8 ft 4 in
Height	3.15 m10 ft 4 in	10 ft 4 in