What are we doing with a 60 year old tram?
Tram 550 has been around the block a couple of times. After not even 6 years in service in Brisbane, in 1969 the tram found an outdoor home in Allambie Heights in NSW before being preserved by the now-defunct Newcastle Tram Museum in the early 1980’s. In the mid 1990’s, 550 spent a little time in Sydney before being sent across the Nullarbor to its final home in Perth. Having been stored undercover at the Perth Electric Tramway Society in Whiteman Park since November 1997, it is now time to get 550 running again. This webpage will chronicle this Phoenix rising once again.
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Dive into detailed stories, expert insights, and historical facts chronicling the revival of Brisbane’s iconic Phoenix Fourmotor Tram 550.
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Behind the Scenes of Tram 550’s Transformation
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Preserving History: The Story of Tram 550
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Bringing Brisbane’s Tram 550 Back to Life
Discover the meticulous restoration efforts and community passion fueling the resurrection of this historic tram.
Restoration of Exterior Panels
Panel Refurbishment
Mechanical Systems Overhaul
Engine and Controls
Interior Authenticity and Comfort
Seating and Fixtures
Historical Research and Documentation
Archive and Records
1963
Restoration Years
550
Tram Number
15
Blog Posts
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