This is slightly higher than the ULF's 197 mm threshold height, which is
already above normal kerb height (thus requiring a wheelchair ramp to be
fitted in the trams), but where WL has been able to built platforms, they
have been brought up to door threshold height:

http://www.historyworks.com.au/ViennaPlatform2.jpg

Bear in mind that the Bombardier figure might just be the threshold height
(or the floor height in the suspended modules with doors) and that the
floor may be ramped over the bogies. It's impossible to tell until real
live photos of the interior start to emerge. I believe the new tram also
has a minimum curve radius of 18 metres.

The Bombardier also has a wheelchair ramp but the driver has a little
further to walk to operate it than in the ULF.

Tony P

On Thursday, 13 December 2018 11:45:16 UTC+11, Mal Rowe wrote:
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> https://railcolornews.com/2016/10/12/at-bombardier-and-wienerlienen-present-the-final-design-of-the-flexity-tram-for-vienna/

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> It claims a 215mm floor height. That implies small wheels or stub or

> geared axles.

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> Mal Rowe - wondering if Melbourne's E class are a bargain after all!

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