Photograph - Black and white - SW6 850 Chapel St - Brighton Road Prahran, c1939

Historical information

Photograph of SW6 850 (Route 77) at the Prahran terminus, Chapel St and Brighton Road, probably soon after its construction and entry into traffic on 31-3-1939, although the roof appears weathered. The tram has a sign promoting off peak travel, dash canopy lights and a tail light. In the background are the shops at this location. The tram was the first of its class and was considered a luxurious car compared to the W2's and W5s.

Significance

Yields information about SW6 850 and the Prahran terminus.

Physical description

Black and white photograph on paper.

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