Trams in Changchun

Changchun Tram
Overview
Locale Changchun
Transit type Tram
Number of lines 2
Number of stations 25
Operation
Began operation 1941
Reporting marks CT
Technical
System length 13 km
Track gauge Standard gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in)
Electrification 550 V DC Overhead line

The Changchun Tram is a historic tram line in Changchun, Jilin, China. It was first opened November 11, 1941, and was constructed by the Manchukuo government. On August 15, 1945, the tram had 7 lines and 73 trains. At its peak in 1960, the tram had 6 lines and 88 trains covering almost 53 km.

Since the 2000s there was only one line—Line No. 54—it is 7.6 km long going from Xi'an Road to Gongnong Road (Hongqi Street). In 2014, a new line named No. 55 opened. It runs from Hongqi Street to just outside Changchun West Railway Station.

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