Moderus Gamma
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Moderus Gamma | |
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In service | 2017–Present (Prototype) 2018–Present (LF02AC) |
Manufacturer | Modertrans Poznań |
Built at | Biskupice |
Family name | Gamma |
Replaced | Type GT8 |
Constructed | 2016, 2018– |
Formation | 3/5 sections |
Capacity | 244 (66 seated) (Prototype) 240 (uni-directional) 233 (bi-directional) |
Operator(s) | MPK Poznań |
Depot(s) | Franowo |
Specifications | |
Train length | 32,000 mm (105 ft 0 in) (Five-section version) 31,400 mm (103 ft 0 in) (Poznań version) |
Width | 2,400 mm (7 ft 10 in) |
Height | 3,650 mm (12 ft 0 in) |
Maximum speed | 75 km/h (47 mph) |
Traction system | IGBT |
Power output | 400 kW |
Electric system(s) | 600 V DC overhead lines |
Current collection method | Pantograph |
Braking system(s) | Regenerative brake |
Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
The Moderus Gamma is an articulated tram manufactured in Biskupice, Poland, since 2016 by , a subsidiary of transport operator . Planning began in 2008 and the prototype was completed in 2016.[1]
Technical specifications[]
The Poznań tram cars are 31.4 metres (103 ft) long, 2.4 metres (7.9 ft) wide and have a power output of 400 kW.[1] They are fitted with IGBT transistors.[2] Five-section Gamma trams have a length of 32 metres (105 ft).[3] The prototype was equipped with capacitors for storing the energy produced during regenerative braking.[4]
Interior[]
The interior of the tram includes air conditioning, USB sockets and a passenger information system.[2] The prototype has capacity for 244 passengers with 66 seats, including three folding seats.[4] The uni-directional trams have a passenger capacity of 240 and the bi-directional sets have a passenger capacity of 233.[2]
Interior of a Gamma LF02AC
USB sockets inside a Gamma LF01AC
History[]
The tram was developed through a project called "Innovative City Tram," which was co-sponsored by the National Centre for Research and Development in Poland and the European Union.[3] The prototype was finished in 2016 and presented at the manufacturer's factory in Poznań on 18 November 2016.[3] In January 2017, MPK Poznań ordered 50 new Gamma trams: 30 uni-directional and 20 bi-directional sets.[5] The prototype entered service in Poznań on 15 May 2017.[4] Some Gamma LF02AC trams are stationed at the Franowo depot.[6] Gamma trams are expected to replace second-hand German-built Type GT8 trams.[1]
In October 2017, the Gamma tram began test runs on the Gdańsk tram system.[7]
In March 2018, a contract for the delivery of ten single-section trams was signed by Tramwaje Śląskie and Modertrans. These trams will be based on the Gamma design.[8] The first tram was delivered in April 2020. According to Urban Transport Magazine, these trams are classified as Moderus Beta MF 10 AC.[9]
Five-section Gamma trams are scheduled to be delivered to Łódź in 2022. 30 sets were ordered by Łódź MPK in late 2019.[10]
Clay model at Trako 2015
Moderus Gamma in Gdańsk in October 2017
Awards and distinctions[]
- 2017 - Top Design Award 2017 in the Top Design 2017 competition in the Automotive and public transport category.[11]
- 2017 - award in the Rolling stock category in the competition Jan Podoski organized during the Trako fair.[12]
- 2017 - award in the Good Design 2017 competition in the Transport and Communication category.[13]
- 2019 - award in the Rolling stock category in the competition Jan Podoski organized during the Trako fair.[14]
References[]
- ^ a b c "Poznan/ Posen: Neue Niederflurfahrzeuge – ÖPNV weiter auf Wachstumskurs" [Poznan/ Posen: New low floor vehicles – Public transport keeps growing]. Urban Transport Magazine (in German). April 13, 2019. Archived from the original on August 28, 2019. Retrieved March 9, 2020.
- ^ a b c Burroughs, David (October 11, 2018). "Modertrans Poznań unveils new MPK Poznań trams". railjournal.com. Simmons-Boardman Publishing. Archived from the original on April 30, 2021. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
- ^ a b c "Modertrans unveils its first fully low-floor tram". railwaygazette.com. DVV Media International. November 21, 2016. Archived from the original on September 13, 2019. Retrieved March 9, 2020.
- ^ a b c "Moderus Gamma enters passenger service in Poznań". railwaygazette.com. DVV Media International. May 22, 2017. Archived from the original on August 12, 2020. Retrieved March 9, 2020.
- ^ "Modertrans wins first order for fully low-floor Gamma trams". railwaygazette.com. DVV Media International. January 25, 2017. Archived from the original on March 17, 2020. Retrieved March 9, 2020.
- ^ "Polen" [Poland]. Blickpunkt Straßenbahn (in German). Vol. 2/2019, no. 242. Arbeitsgemeinschaft Blickpunkt Straßenbahn e.V. 2019. p. 129. ISSN 0173-0290.
- ^ "Moderus Gamma on test in Gdańsk". railwaygazette.com. DVV Media International. October 6, 2017. Archived from the original on March 17, 2020. Retrieved March 2, 2020.
- ^ "Modertrans and Tramwaje Śląskie sign single-section tram contract". railwaygazette.com. DVV Media International. March 9, 2018. Archived from the original on August 3, 2020. Retrieved March 1, 2020.
- ^ "Modertrans delivers new 4-axle low-floor tram to Tramwaje Śląskie (Silesian Tramways)". Urban Transport Magazine (in American English). April 15, 2020. Archived from the original on April 30, 2021. Retrieved May 12, 2020.
- ^ Fender, Keith (December 6, 2019). "Łódź orders Moderus Gamma LRVs". railjournal.com. Simmons-Boardman Publishing. Archived from the original on April 30, 2021. Retrieved March 2, 2020.
- ^ "News: Wręczono nagrody w konkursie TOP DESIGN 2017!". arenadesign.pl. March 14, 2017. Archived from the original on March 14, 2017. Retrieved May 31, 2020.
- ^ "WYNIKI KONKURSÓW". trakotargi.amberexpo.pl. Archived from the original on September 28, 2017. Retrieved May 31, 2020.
- ^ "Moderus Gamma nagrodzony przez Instytut Wzornictwa Przemysłowego -". transinfo.pl. October 27, 2017. Archived from the original on October 27, 2017. Retrieved May 31, 2020.
- ^ Redakcja (October 2, 2019). "Modertrans Poznań z nagrodą za dwukierunkowy tramwaj Moderus Gamma. Pojazd otrzymał nagrodę podczas targów TRAKO 2019". Głos Wielkopolski (in pl-PL). Archived from the original on April 30, 2021. Retrieved May 31, 2020.
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