Tram type built by Modertrans Poznań
Moderus Gamma |
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Moderus Gamma LF02AC 601 in December 2018 |
In service | 2017–Present (Prototype) 2018–Present (LF02AC) |
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Manufacturer | Modertrans Poznań |
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Built at | Biskupice |
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Family name | Gamma |
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Replaced | Type GT8 |
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Constructed | 2016, 2018– |
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Formation | 3/5 sections, single car |
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Capacity | 244 (66 seated) (Prototype) 240 (uni-directional) 233 (bi-directional) |
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Operators | Various |
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Depots | Franowo |
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Train length | 32.00 m (105 ft 0 in) (Five-section version) 31.40 m (103 ft 0 in) (Poznań version) |
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Width | 2.40 m (7 ft 10 in) |
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Height | 3.65 m (12 ft 0 in) |
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Maximum speed | 75 km/h (47 mph) |
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Traction system | IGBT |
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Power output | 400 kW |
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Electric system(s) | 600 V DC overhead lines |
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Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
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Braking system(s) | Regenerative brake |
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Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
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The Moderus Gamma is an articulated tram manufactured in Biskupice, Poland, since 2016 by Modertrans Poznań, a subsidiary of transport operator MPK Poznań. Planning began in 2008 and the prototype was completed in 2016.[1]
Variants
Multiple variants of the Gamma tram exist, are ordered or are under construction.[2]
- Gamma LF 02 AC (Poznań)
- Gamma LF 03 AC BD (Poznań)
- Gamma LF 06 AC (Łódź)
- Gamma LF 07 AC (Wrocław)
- Gamma LF 10 AC BD (Woltersdorf)
Technical specifications
The Poznań tram cars are 31.4 metres (103 ft 0 in) long, 2.4 metres (7 ft 10 in) wide and have a power output of 400 kW.[1] They are fitted with IGBT transistors.[3] Five-section Gamma trams have a length of 32 metres (105 ft 0 in).[4] The prototype was equipped with capacitors for storing the energy produced during regenerative braking.[5]
Interior
The interior of the tram includes air conditioning, USB sockets and a passenger information system.[3] The prototype has capacity for 244 passengers with 66 seats, including three folding seats.[5] The uni-directional trams have a passenger capacity of 240 and the bi-directional sets have a passenger capacity of 233.[3]
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.[4] The prototype was finished in 2016 and presented at the manufacturer's factory in Poznań on 18 November 2016.[4] In January 2017, MPK Poznań ordered 50 new Gamma trams: 30 uni-directional and 20 bi-directional sets.[6] The prototype entered service in Poznań on 15 May 2017.[5] Some Gamma LF02AC trams are stationed at the Franowo depot.[7] 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.[8]
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.[9] The first tram was delivered in April 2020. According to Urban Transport Magazine, these trams are classified as Moderus Beta MF 10 AC.[10]
Five-section Gamma trams are scheduled to be delivered to Łódź in 2022. 30 sets were ordered by Łódź MPK in late 2019.[11]
Three single-car Gamma LF 10 AC BD trams were ordered for the Woltersdorf Tramway in 2022,[12] the first of which was delivered in March 2024.[13] Also, a fourth tram has been ordered through an option in the initial order.[13]
Awards and distinctions
- 2017 - Top Design Award 2017 in the Top Design 2017 competition in the Automotive and public transport category.[14]
- 2017 - award in the Rolling stock category in the competition Jan Podoski organized during the Trako fair.[15]
- 2017 - award in the Good Design 2017 competition in the Transport and Communication category.[16]
- 2019 - award in the Rolling stock category in the competition Jan Podoski organized during the Trako fair.[17]
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