Historical information

The article provides the operating background to the new type of bogie car then being built for the MMTB. Gives dimensional details, the basis of the doors and seating arrangements, and safety considerations. Has a drawing featuring car 369. This type was known as the "W class" tramcar. See also item 6923.

Significance

Yields information about the Melbourne W class tram in 1925.

Physical description

Photocopy of an article titled "Standard Car for Melbourne Tramways" from the Electrical Engineer magazine - 15-9-1925.