Own a piece of Melbourne’s transport history with this patina-aged reproduction of the 1928 W-Class W2 tram blueprint. The original pen-and-ink drawing on linen, signed by designer Tom Percival Strickland, reveals the detailed plans, elevations and sections that defined the second iteration of Melbourne’s most iconic tram.
With a 52-seat capacity and proportions that influenced every W-Class model that followed, the W2 design became a landmark in the city’s tramway legacy. The W2 Class remained in service until its final withdrawal in 1987, making this print a lasting reminder of a tram that shaped daily life in Melbourne for nearly six decades.
A striking addition for design enthusiasts, history lovers and anyone who cherishes Melbourne’s heritage.
Own a piece of Melbourne’s transport history with this patina-aged reproduction of the 1928 W-Class W2 tram blueprint. The original pen-and-ink drawing on linen, signed by designer Tom Percival Strickland, reveals the detailed plans, elevations and sections that defined the second iteration of Melbourne’s most iconic tram.
With a 52-seat capacity and proportions that influenced every W-Class model that followed, the W2 design became a landmark in the city’s tramway legacy. The W2 Class remained in service until its final withdrawal in 1987, making this print a lasting reminder of a tram that shaped daily life in Melbourne for nearly six decades.
A striking addition for design enthusiasts, history lovers and anyone who cherishes Melbourne’s heritage.
