Historical information

The photograph shows R class tram No. 151 at the Batman Ave terminus with the return destination of Chapel St. The tram was built for the Fitzroy Northcote and Preston Tramway Trust in 1920. In the background are the Batman Ave shelter and the Flinders St station buildings.

Significance

Yields information about the R class trams and their use in Batman Ave.

Physical description

Black and White photograph with photographer's stamp on the rear.

Inscriptions & markings

Stamp of Lee A Ratten with "MMTB 151, Batman Ave, 21st May 1927, 4 wheel combination car" written in.