The first unit of the low-floor tram Pesa 122N Tramicus 2008 has undergone a minor modernization, as reported by the railway portal Railway Supply.

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Prototype test drives are ongoing, and their results will determine if the subsequent trams will be converted in a similar manner.

The modernized tram, numbered 2858, was developed and manufactured at the MPK Łódź plant.

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Significant changes were not made to the mechanical and electrical components: the bogies and electrical equipment underwent thorough inspection and repairs.

Only the mechanical brake system was replaced with one from a Polish manufacturer. The existing exterior and interior lighting were also replaced with new LED sources.

More changes were made to the interior – the tram’s cabin was updated, including the replacement of the flooring and passenger seats, as well as the handrail system.

Additionally, vertical handrails were equipped with lamps to improve visibility for visually impaired passengers. The passenger information and monitoring system were also modernized.

All of this is complemented by a refreshed exterior paint scheme. The tram received a paint scheme known from the younger generations of Pesa trams operating in Łódź – the 122NaL Swing trams delivered in 2015-2016 and 2018.

It is currently unknown whether all 10 Tramicus trams from Łódź will undergo this refurbishment.

The first modernized tram is scheduled to enter passenger service in September.

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MPK Łódź’s modernization plans for the coming years include completing the modernization of the M8C trams acquired in Bielefeld (with a change to M8CN by adding a low-floor section in the middle). After the conversion of all four units, the Cityrunner trams from 2002 will also be modernized. Additionally, according to a representative of the transport company, the company intends to focus on modernizing the remaining NF6D trams in the near future.

Photo: Łukasz Stefańczyk.

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