Trams in Sumqayit
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| Operation | |
|---|---|
| Locale | Sumqayit, Azerbaijan |
| Open | 11 March 1959 |
| Close | July 2003 |
| Status | Closed |
| Lines | 1 |
| Infrastructure | |
| Track gauge | 1,524 mm (5 ft) |
| Propulsion system(s) | Electricity |
The Sumqayit tramway was a tramway forming part of the public transport system in Sumqayit, the third most populous city in Azerbaijan, for more than 40 years in the second half of the 20th century.[1]
History
The tramway was opened on 11 March 1959, and was powered by electricity. It only ever consisted of one line, and was closed in July 2003.[1]
Fleet
In the period leading up to its closure, the tramway was operated by KTM-5 type trams.[1]
See also
References
External links
Media related to Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. at Wikimedia Commons
- Sumqayit database / photo gallery and Sumqayit tram list at Urban Electric Transit – in various languages, including English.
