Prague Introduces First New Tram Model in 20 Years
On November 3, seven modern Škoda 52T trams began service in Prague, enhancing the city's public transportation with higher capacity, air conditioning, and updated passenger information systems.
Service Launch and Route
The first Škoda 52T trams entered regular service on line 12, running from Lehovec to Sídliště Barrandov. This launch marks the start of a broader deployment, with 20 new trams expected to operate in Prague by year-end.
Features and Capacity
- Each tram accommodates up to 243 passengers, including 70 seats.
- Fully air-conditioned and low-floor design for accessibility.
- Equipped with LED lighting and digital passenger information screens.
Fleet Expansion Plan
The Prague Public Transit Company (DPP) aims to gradually increase the number of new trams on line 12 and other routes served by the Hloubětín depot.
“The first seven 52T trams will make up roughly a third of the vehicles operating on line 12,” said DPP communications manager Daniel Šabík. “By December, all 20 trams from the initial order will be in service.”
Certification and Trial
Before entering service, the Škoda 52T trams completed a trial period in September, covering 20,000 kilometers with passengers while undergoing approval by the Czech Railway Authority. After successful certification, the first seven trams obtained their operational licenses.
Author's summary: Prague's new Škoda 52T trams improve passenger comfort and capacity, marking a major upgrade to the city's public transport fleet with full deployment expected by December.
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