"Tatra T3": design and photo

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Along the tram tracks of the current cities there are modern trams, which have attracted attention not only for its stylish appearance, but also technical features which are really impressive. They go silently, quickly, efficiently, they are literally filled with comfort, so in most cases from the old trams in the cities refuse. So gradually from the streets of Russian cities gradually lost trams model “Tatra T3”. But once they were considered a cult. Fortunately, in most cities they still use them, so you can dip into nostalgia and remember the days of the Soviet Union, when these trams were everywhere.

However, have you ever thought in detail about the history, design features, and similar topics regarding, for example, models “Tatra T3”? Very few people ride public transportation and in parallel think about what are the design features of a particular model. So if you're wondering, in this article you will find all necessary information about this tram. It contains a large number of diverse information: from modifications, which it has already been mentioned, and ending with design features and technical characteristics.

What is it?

Tatra T3

So, ‘Tatra T3” is a model of tram cars, which was produced in 1960. Ended the production of these trams only in 1999. As a result, this time it was released more than fourteen thousand cars that have been modified depending on the purpose of delivery. About modifications will be discussed a little later, for now we will focus on General information about trams “Tatra T3”. Was actually manufactured these cars all the time in Prague, but the impressive part of them were sent to the Soviet Union and in other socialist countries. In Western Europe, you are unlikely to meet such wagons – is that in East Germany.

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Modifications

tram Tatra T3

You already know that the tram “Tatra T3” was produced in Prague, respectively, the main market for it was internal. A large part of the trams of this model were produced and used on the territory of Czechoslovakia. As for export, in this case it was conducted actively. This is evidenced by the fact that for each country of destination has created its own modification, which is not much different from the original, but still had some other parts and elements.

This is Also reflected in the model name of the car. For example, the second number of copies produced was the model T3SU exported to the Soviet Union (SU from the Soviet Union). The main difference between specifically these cars from the original was the lack of a Central door, and eliminated the passage was installed for additional Seating. Service staircase located on the rear of the car, not in the middle, which was associated with the absence of the middle doors. There were other small differences which were allocated to the model on the background of basic.

Where else was supplied tram “Tatra T3”? There was a separate version for Germany, for Yugoslavia and Romania, and since 1992, began to be produced trams T3RF, which were intended for an educated Russian Federation. Also worth noting is the model T3SUCS tram – those cars which were produced on the basis intended for the Soviet Union, but was supplied to the domestic market. The fact that the original model was discontinued in 1976, however in the eighties there was an urgent need to replace many outdated cars. It then began production of this modification.

History tram

Tatra T3 for trainz 12

What was the history of this car and its modifications, such as the most popular among them “Tatra Т3SU”? It should be clear that, as the name suggests, this was not the first car in the line – cars “T2” was made before, and not only for Czechoslovakia, but also in large quantities exported to the Soviet Union. These cars had their faults, which were fixed in the new version.

In 1960, was ready first prototype, which was tested and approved. Then came mass production, and the first tram of the new model went through the streets of Prague in the summer of 1961. However, in the spring of 1962, the trams were decommissioned because of the shortcomings that have been resolved during one and a half years. In the end, the final launch date of this tram in operation was the fall of 1963. In the same year began the delivery of specialized cars in the Soviet Union – the percentage was the highest, even in Czechoslovakia was not used by many cars of this model, how much was used trams “Tatra Т3SU”. Delivery of the trams in the Soviet city were very long and ended only in 1987.

Recent history

Tatra т3ѕи

Deliveries Resumed, as you know, in the early nineties, when the Russian Federation began to supply wagons T3RF. They were exported to Russia until the last moment, when it was already discontinued their production, that is, until 1999. However, the end of the supply did not mean the enduse: only in the Soviet Union shipped about eleven thousand trams, and many of them during the last fifteen years has been upgraded to extend service life. In many cities these trams travel tens and hundreds, so that in the near future in Russia, they age certainly not over.

Specifications two-door model

Tatra T3 for trainz

“Tatra T3” two-door was the model supplied to the Soviet Union. It is about her and need to tell in the first place. It has 38 seats, and the Seating capacity is as much as 110 people. It is fitted with four engines THOSE 022, each of which has a capacity of 40 kilowatts. The structural model's speed is 72 kilometer per hour, while maximum speed is 65 kilometers per hour. The length of the car is 14 meters, width – two and a half meters, and height – three meters. Its mass is equal to about sixteen tons. When you combine the two cars it turns out the train is 30 meters long. If you talk about what is inside, it is worth noting the height which is 2 meters and 40 centimeters, and the width of the doorway, which is 1 meter 30 centimeters. It's main specifications, which has the tram “Tatra T3”. Salon he, as you can see, very big and roomy, and the car has good dimensions.

Specifications three-door model

Tatra T3 two-door

However, the two-door model was delivered to the Soviet Union not all the time – later in Czechoslovakia began to receive orders for three-door cars "Tatra T3”. Photos show that the difference between these cars was not too big, but still there. It is therefore necessary to take a closer consider the specifications for this car, and compare them with the previous option.

So the number of seats because of the emergence of the middle door has fallen – in this car there are 34, not 38. Also decreased and the capacity, which now amounted to 95 people, that is, fifteen passengers less. The engines remained the same, has not changed their number, so the speed remains the same. Dimensions have not changed, in fact, the mass of the car. As you can see, the difference really wasn't that much, even the width of the door opening remains the same.

Design features

Tatra T3 salon

The Next thing you should look for when considering such a vehicle as a tram “Tatra T3" - components and assemblies, casing and trucks, electronics and brakes, and much more. Simply put, now we will talk about the design features of the tram. The first feature that is worth paying attention to, is the complete absence of pneumatic equipment. This means that all the equipment in the car is mechanical or electrical. However, this feature the entire line of cars.

What's new in the design appeared exactly the model “T3”? Board and the roof was metal, but the tip of the car was made of self-extinguishing fibreglass-reinforced plastic, a special polymeric material which has a much smaller mass and more streamlined. Thus, the use of this material has reduced the overall weight and improve the aerodynamic properties of the car. Also to control the movement of the current through the motors used a complex electrical device, which received the name of the accelerator. In the cabin were installed fluorescent lamps and the air heater the heaters, which provide passengers maximum comfort level. Model tram “Tatra T3” was significantly superior in the technical features of its predecessor, the model “T2”.

Housing

“Tatra T3” - rolling stock, which is still used throughout Russia, and this means that at the time these cars were made at the highest level. But if you look at the past, we can understand that in 1963 this model was something incredible. The absence of any of the Pneumatics, the presence of fluorescent lamps and high-quality heating, and other features of the case made the tram an absolute oddity. Especially prominent was the plastic elements of the case, and vignote windshield. In General, this tram many considered ahead of its time, which is why it is still so popular in such a vast country as the Russian Federation. Of course, affects also the magnitude of supply: why get rid of eleven thousand trams, if they can be modified and be used on?

Cart

With trucks this tram has always been a lot of problems. First, due to the reduced weight the car often would not stop as fast as I would like, especially when the action took place on a wet or frozen rails. And this caused not only the need to brake earlier, but even and fast grinding wheels, which are acquired gradually a square shape and started making a lot of noise.

However, this was not the only problem, also, these cars began to wear out the rails, which went, due to the fact that they used a single-stage technologythe suspension of the truck. Most likely, this was done to reduce prices as a two-stage suspension, which did not leave such traces on the rails, it was already known and was used extensively in other models of trams.

As a result, the Voronezh factory even started producing special abrasive trams that were completely level footing. After all, if you leave them like this, in the end, this can lead to severe damage. Moreover, such rails caused a lot of noise even from the trams other brands and models.

Equipment

These cars were very advanced equipment, which ensures the smoothness and many other positive factors, however, had serious shortcomings. For example, these trams are famous for the highest reliability, as well as “disease” sticky fingers of the accelerator due to which frequent accidents. In some cases they just lead to delays on the lines, and sometimes even necessary to remove the tram lines in the emergency mode.

Brake

As for the braking system, it was not one – they were just three. These systems work independently from each other – electrodynamic system is a basic, Electromechanical, used to zatormazhivat and magnetic rail, which is used for emergency braking, and also to hold the car while coming down the slides and race on them.

Disadvantages

The Main disadvantages of this model can be considered as noise of the salon because of the work of the motor-generator and the above sticky fingers of the accelerator. Also pay attention to passenger comfort – polvagona is too high, and the window – too low. Often the work of the tram is accompanied by squeaks – as doors creak when opening and closing and cars on the turns.

Downloads

It is no surprise that in Russia these cars are still very popular. However, they are known outside the country. For example, you can get a tram “Tatra T3” for Trainz 12, popular simulator trains and trams. This game is unique in its kind and allows you to travel on many different trains. In the 2012 version, there is also a “Tatra T3” for Trainz, so if you don't want or can't ride on this tram, you have the chance to direct virtual.


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