
The ŠKODA Group has achieved a major success by introducing the world's longest tram at its factory in Plzen. The 58,7-metre-long tram ForCity Smart 38T The tram breaks a global record, marking the start of a new era in urban transport. While the company awaits regulatory approval for operational use, engineers are actively testing the prototype in Ludwigshafen, Germany, from autumn 2024.
Global Record and Design Features
This revolutionary tram, 368 Passenger carrying capacity and for passengers 156 comfortable seats Skoda offers this tram to all of Germany. 1000 meters of rails It has been specially designed for. Another striking feature in the design is that the tram makes urban transportation faster and more comfortable with its high efficiency.
Skoda managed to break previous records with this tram. Spanish CAF attracted attention with its 55,9-meter-long Urbos tram for Budapest, but Skoda ForCity Smart 38T tram has surpassed this measurement, becoming the longest tram in the world. Meanwhile, Russia’s three-section 71-934 “Lion” tram is 34,7 metres long, but this length falls short of Skoda’s new design.
38T Tram to Revitalize Rhine-Neckar Transportation
The ŠKODA Group has taken a big step in the production of this new model. Rhine-Neckar Transport Authority (RNV), these impressive trams 12 ordered. Also, together with the Skoda 36T and 37T models, a total of 68 shorter units These models are planned to be delivered by RNV Flota renewal will develop their plans.
Trams, Produced on the Artic platform and the body assembly is done in Finland. Each 38T tram takes around 4,5 months to complete, demonstrating the high production precision and quality.
Skoda's Innovative Role in Urban Transport
With this project, Skoda Group is making progress in urban transportation productivity ve capacity aims to transform. Tests in Ludwigshafen, the tram is the second floor of Germany safety and performance standards, reinforcing that Škoda is a strong player that will make urban transport more efficient.
Skoda's 38T tram, attracts the attention of transportation authorities worldwide with its stylish design and modern technology. Experts say that this tram will improve passenger experience and reduce city congestion predicts.
A Bold Step in the Industry
With this tram design, Škoda continues to gain a strong position in the global competition. The Plzen factory is the company's engineering excellence ve sustainable transportation emphasizes his commitment to his goals. Therefore, The debut of the 38Trepresents a bold leap that will shape the future of the industry.
This new tram from the Skoda Group, Rhine-Neckar region of Germany will radically transform daily transportation in major cities such as modern urban mobility solutions This development will set a new standard for Skoda's urban transport technology. an innovative leader reinforces its position as.