Flexity Outlook (Toronto)
The Flexity Outlook is the latest model of streetcar in the rolling stock of the Toronto streetcar system owned by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC). Based on the Bombardier Flexity, they were first ordered in 2009 and were built by Bombardier Transportation in Thunder Bay and Kingston, Ontario, with specific modifications for Toronto, such as unidirectional operation and the ability to operate on the unique broad Toronto gauge (1,495 mm / 4 ft 10+7⁄8 in).
| Flexity Outlook (Toronto) | |
|---|---|
Flexity Outlook on route 510 Spadina | |
Interior of the Flexity Outlook | |
| In service | 2014–present |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier Transportation |
| Built at |
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| Family name | Bombardier Flexity |
| Replaced | |
| Constructed | 2009–present |
| Entered service | August 31, 2014 |
| Number under construction | 60 |
| Number in service | 204 |
| Formation | 5 articulated sections |
| Fleet numbers | 4400–4603 |
| Capacity | 70 (seated), 130 maximum |
| Operators | Toronto Transit Commission |
| Depots | Leslie Barns, Roncesvalles Carhouse, Russell Carhouse |
| Lines served | Toronto streetcar system |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Stainless steel |
| Car length | 28 m (91 ft 10 in) |
| Width | 2.54 m (8 ft 4 in) |
| Height | 3.84 m (12 ft 7 in) |
| Doors | 4 (right side only) |
| Articulated sections | 5 |
| Maximum speed | 70 km/h (43 mph) |
| Weight | 48,200 kg (106,300 lb) |
| Electric system(s) | Overhead line, 600 V DC |
| Current collector(s) | Trolley pole or pantograph |
| UIC classification | Bo′+Bo′+Bo′ |
| Minimum turning radius | 10.97 metres (36 ft) |
| Track gauge | 4 ft 10+7⁄8 in (1,495 mm) Toronto gauge |
Excluding the TTC's heritage collection of a few older streetcars, the entire active streetcar fleet consists of Flexity Outlook vehicles. They replaced the Canadian Light Rail Vehicle (CLRV) and its articulated counterpart, the Articulated Light Rail Vehicle (ALRV), which were all retired in December 2019.
The Flexity Outlook is the first modern low-floor and accessible streetcar used in the city, improving access for disabled people, the elderly and people travelling with small children. With a length of over 30 metres (98 ft), they are the largest single-unit streetcars ever used by the TTC. They have four sliding doors, air conditioning, seating for up to 70 passengers, and interior bicycle racks. The vehicles are equipped with two on-board fare vending machines (FVM) along with Presto card readers and concession ticket validators. The introduction of the vehicle led to the use of a proof-of-payment (POP) system.
Line 5 Eglinton, a light rail line under construction and set to open in 2024, uses the similar Flexity Freedom light rail vehicle, which—like the Flexity Outlook—is also a low-floor accessible vehicle. The two models are not compatible for several reasons, including track gauge.