Built in 1914 by Duncan and Fraser for the Prahran and Malvern Tramways Trust and ran as number 42. Retained this number when classed “E” by the Melbourne and Metropolitan Tramways Board. Sold to the State Electricity Commission in 1951 and renumbered 39.
This car was acquired by the Lismore Lions Club when the tramways closed in 1971 and displayed in a recreational reserve until purchased by the Society in 1976. No. 39 was converted by the Society into a museum display and souvenir centre located at the depot.
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MUSEUM STATUS
Static display area
History
1914 –Delivered to Prahran and Malvern Tramways Trust as tram No 42.
1920 –Taken over by Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board as No. 42, class E.
1951 – Sold to State Electricity Commission of Victoria for use on the Ballarat tramway system as No. 39.
1971 – Acquired by the Lions Club, Lismore.
1979 – Acquired by the BTPS, without motors and body in poor condition.
1986-93 – Converted into a static display area.
Historical Significance
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HISTORIC
One of a number of this type of tram still in working order in Victorian museums.
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conservation plan
Retain in the 1950's SEC Colour Scheme without marker lights. Use as a display area. Materials removed from the tram during conversion be retained and stored.
Technical Details
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TYPE
Maximum Traction truck, bogie, drop end and centre combination.
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WHEELBASE
4' 0" (1.22m)
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LENGTH
44' 3.5" (13.50m)
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WIDTH
8' 7" (2.62m)
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APPROXIMATE MASS
15.4 tons (15.71 tonnes) as modified
