Tampereen Raitiotie Oy has contracted Škoda Group to extend the length of Tampere’s 37-metre trams to 47 metres.
This extension is designed to meet the growing demand for public transportation in Tampere by increasing passenger capacity by over 30%, from 264 to 345 passengers per tram.
Tampereen Raitiotie Oy has contracted Škoda Group to extend the length of Tampere’s 37-metre trams to 47 metres.
Under this contract, Škoda Group will produce and install 10-metre modules on 11 existing trams.
This extension is designed to meet the growing demand for public transportation in Tampere by increasing passenger capacity by over 30%, from 264 to 345 passengers per tram.
The agreement is valued at 25 million EUR and was included as an option in the original tram order.
The project will be implemented in two phases and includes a 10-year full-service maintenance package.
The extended trams will retain the same technical specifications as the existing ForCity Smart Artic X34 vehicles, ensuring compatibility and operational efficiency.
“The number of passengers on Tampere Ratikka has grown faster than expected. The extension of the vehicles will increase the passenger capacity by more than 30% from 264 to 345 passengers. At the same time, the increased passenger capacity will allow us to operate on the entire route with an optimal 7.5-minute headway.”
Production of a prototype module will begin in 2025 at Škoda Group’s Otanmäki factory.
Following testing and validation, the remaining 10 modules will be produced and installed by 2027, with all extended trams entering service by the summer of 2028
“This project exemplifies our ability to respond swiftly to the needs of our partners. By extending the existing trams, we are providing a practical solution that addresses the growing demand for public transport while ensuring compatibility with the current fleet.”
