Dalian Tram
| Dalian Tram | |
|---|---|
A Dalian tram line 201 in February 2013 | |
| Overview | |
| Locale | Dalian, China |
| Transit type | Tram |
| Number of lines | 2 |
| Number of stations | 38 |
| Operation | |
| Began operation | 25 September 1909 |
| Reporting marks | DT |
| Character | on road running and dedicated tram paths |
| Technical | |
| System length | 23.1 km (14.4 mi) |
| Track gauge | Standard gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
| Electrification | 550 V DC Overhead line |
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Trams have been operating in Dalian continuously since 1909, making them one of the oldest tram systems still in use in mainland China. There were once eleven routes in operation in Dalian in Northeast China. Only two routes remain in use today (Route 201 and 202). There was a route 203 which currently merged into route 201. Notably, most of the staff on Dalian's tram system are female, such as the driver, conductor, points man—even the depot manager. The tram system was the only rail network in the city, until Dalian Metro opened in 2003.