| D-class | |
|---|---|
 D117 at The Spit | |
| Manufacturer | Clyde Engineering Ritchie Brothers |
| Constructed | 1896-99 |
| Number built | 25 |
| Fleet numbers | 93-121, 123 |
| Capacity | 32-34 (Seated) |
| Specifications | |
| Train length | 9.40 metres |
| Width | 2.22 metres |
| Height | 3.70 metres |
| Maximum speed | 60 km/h |
| Weight | 9.66 t |
| Power output | 4 x 36 hp (later 60) |
| Electric system(s) | 600 V DC catenary |
| Current collection | Trolley pole |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
The D-class trams were a class of single bogie Californian Combination type trams operated on the Sydney tram network with open cross benches at the ends and a saloon in the centre.[1] Seating capacity was originally 32, later being increased to 34.
134s (D102), 136s (D106), 112s (D117), 137s (D119) and 43s (D)123 always operated from Randwick Workshops. 131s (ex D99) saw service at Newcastle, along with 135s (ex D103) which later saw service at North Sydney. 132s (ex D105) and 133s (ex D116) saw service at both Enfield and North Sydney.[2]
43s was scrapped at Randwick, 112s was sold to a private buyer; 137s went to Brisbane as number 16 in their works roster,[3] and 134s went to the Sydney Tramway Museum.[4]
Two have been preserved:
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