LM-68M


LM-68M is a Soviet-made four axle tram. LM stands for «Ленинградский Моторный», which is a motor car made in Leningrad. LM68M is a further development of an LM-68 tram. Production began in 1974 and continued until 1988.
LM-68M trams work in St. Petersburg

Technical specifics

LM-68M is a wide gauge high floor, continuously welded four axle tram. Its body differs from the LM-68 body by an emphasized frame and removed glass on the roof, which created a lot of problems in use. The LM-68M is identical to LM-68 in its pneumatic equipment. The LM-68M tram has 35 seats and is capable of transporting 206 passengers when fully loaded. LM-68M cars are long, wide and high; net weight is 19.5 tonnes. The tram is capable of working as a multiple traction system.

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