Do you think Melbourne should bring them back?

  • Ilovethebomb@lemmy.ml
    2·
    1 year ago

    Given how large a tram network is, wouldn’t the goods being delivered need to be trucked to a depot, transferred onto a tram, then taken to the final destination? Why not just have a delivery truck?

    I’m struggling to see the advantage myself.

    • maegul (he/they)@lemmy.mlEnglish
      4·
      1 year ago

      I’m struggling to see the advantage myself.

      • Already electrified
      • Can take the trucks out of destination zones
      • Opens possibilities for car/truck-free zones to retain good freight service
    • Nath@aussie.zone
      2·
      1 year ago

      These trams were used to transport parts primarily from Preston Depot where they were made to other depots. They doubled as billboards/advertising.