Warsaw Upgrades Its Urban Tram Fleet. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Warsaw has announced a tender for the purchase of 160 new tram cars as part of its public transport modernization.
Photo: Tramwaje Warszawskie

Warsaw has announced a tender for the purchase of 160 new tram cars as part of its public transport modernization. This initiative aims to enhance passenger comfort and increase the number of low-floor models.

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The agreement includes 64 trams with a single driver’s cabin and 96 with dual cabins, according to the contract terms. The minimum firm order will consist of 20 units of the first type, with the possibility of expansion.

Single-cabin trams can accommodate between 230 and 288 standing passengers, with 56 seats available. Dual-cabin models can carry between 235 and 295 standing passengers and provide seating for 42 people.

For comparison, previously supplied Hyundai Rotem Warsolino trams have 31 seats in dual-cabin versions. Single-cabin models offer 42 seats, which is below the new transportation standards.

All new trams will be equipped with comfortable eco-leather upholstered seats and USB charging ports. The vehicles will also feature modern air conditioning, heating systems, and advanced passenger safety technologies.

The trams will be fitted with collision prevention systems and driver vigilance monitoring. A built-in energy storage system will allow movement through de-energized sections without connection to the power grid.

Warsaw Chooses Modern Trams for the City

The optimal model is expected to be a fully low-floor tram with a length of 33 meters, although variations with adjustable floor heights are permitted. The floor height above the end bogies can reach up to 590 mm, while the middle section can be up to 520 mm.

Retractable steps will ensure convenient boarding for passengers at stops with different platform heights. This feature will improve accessibility and enhance safety when entering and exiting the tram.

Dual-cabin models will be equipped with five double-leaf doors, each at least 1300 mm wide on both sides. Single-cabin trams will allow the installation of additional single-leaf doors with a width of at least 650 mm.

When Will New Trams Arrive in Warsaw?

The manufacturer must deliver 20 trams under the firm order within 28 months of signing the contract. The first two trams are required to be in operation within 24 months.

As of today, the city’s tram network consists of 22 routes with a total length of 324.8 km. The new fleet is expected to improve convenience and enhance Warsaw’s urban infrastructure.

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