Document, Public Transport Corporation (PTC), "An introduction to the Tram Overhead System", c1995

Historical information

Document titled "An introduction to the Tram Overhead System" - gives a background to Melbourne tramway overhead. Includes notes on the type of collection, trolley pole or pantograph, trolley wire size3, suspension systems, design, with general recommendations, technical specifications, poles, frogs, weights, component names, and turnouts or points. Document undated - c1995. Notes the use of poles on the City Circle trams.

Significance

Yields information about the Melbourne tram overhead system and components.

Physical description

Document - 16 loose A4 sheets.

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