Tram with suspended articulation

Here, articulations (i.e. permanent coupling) work like a hinge joint and are not supported by a bogie.

[3] In 1928 an experimental tram was constructed in Görlitz and then put into service in Dresden until the mid-1960s.

The only difference with the type in Genoa was that the end car hand a one-axle bogie and therefore slight improved ride qualities.

[8] The first modern low floor tram design also had floating articulations.

Both Vevey and Duewag joined forces to create this tram type for the network in Geneva.

Using floating articulations, Alstom was able to create a low floor (less than 35 cm high) over 60% of the tramcar length.