Historical information

Spent, it appears, all its life at Preston or North Fitzroy Depot. Transported to Newport Workshops during 1995. See the reference for a more detailed story of the tram
Photo of the tram in Melbourne service - Graeme Farrer - ex Mal Row via TDU of 21-10-2019
See Reg Items 7394 and 7396 for relevant newspaper cuttings and Destination City

Significance

Demonstrates the MMTB W7 class and work of the BTM in restoring it to a serviceable condition as an accessible tram.

Physical description

A four motor bogie drop centre combination tram of the Melbourne W7 class No. 1029, built at Preston Workshops during 1956, entered service on 1/2/1956. Fitted with sliding doors, Remote Control equipment.