Historical information

Photograph shows W4 class tram 670, the first of the batch of five. Has a background that has been whited out. On the rear the technical details of the tram have been typed onto the sheet. The tram was the first wide body type produced by the MMTB, though placed on 33" wheels. The W5 class followed the W4 and was placed on 28" wheels to lower the body. Of the five built, four are in Museums. The tram entered service in Nov. 1933.

Significance

Yields information about the W4 class trams that was built at Preston Workshops.

Physical description

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

Inscriptions & markings

See image 2 for notes. Has the stamp of Sutcliffe Pty Ltd on rear.