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The '''M-series''', also known as '''M1''', was the second series of [[rapid transit]] [[rolling stock]] used in the [[Toronto subway|subway system]] of [[Toronto]], [[Ontario]], Canada. They were built by [[Montreal Locomotive Works]] in [[Montreal]], [[Quebec]], Canada from 1961 to 1962. They were the first Toronto subway cars to be manufactured in Canada, and only one of two series built outside of Ontario.
The '''M series''', also known as '''M1''', was the second series of [[rapid transit]] [[rolling stock]] used in the [[Toronto subway|subway system]] of [[Toronto]], [[Ontario]], Canada. They were built by [[Montreal Locomotive Works]] in [[Montreal]], [[Quebec]], Canada from 1961 to 1962. They were the first Toronto subway cars to be manufactured in Canada, and only one of two series built outside of Ontario.


==History==
==History==
By 1960, the [[Toronto Transit Commission]] was preparing to expand its subway system to include the University line. The TTC wanted subway cars with a larger {{convert|75|ft|m|2|adj=on}} design and also wished to expand upon some of the experimental features in the existing [[G-series (Toronto subway car)|G-Series]] cars.<ref name = M1>{{cite web|title = The Montreal Series (M-1) Cars (1963-1999)|author = Aaron Adel and James Bow, revised by Robert Lubinski|url = http://transit.toronto.on.ca/subway/5502.shtml|year = 2006|publisher = Transit Toronto}}</ref> The new design was pushed forward by GM [[John G. Inglis]].
By 1960, the [[Toronto Transit Commission]] was preparing to expand its subway system to include the University line. The TTC wanted subway cars with a larger {{convert|75|ft|m|2|adj=on}} design and also wished to expand upon some of the experimental features in the existing [[G series (Toronto subway)|G-series]] cars.<ref name = M1>{{cite web|title = The Montreal Series (M-1) Cars (1963-1999)|author = Aaron Adel and James Bow, revised by Robert Lubinski|url = http://transit.toronto.on.ca/subway/5502.shtml|year = 2006|publisher = Transit Toronto}}</ref> The new design was pushed forward by GM [[John G. Inglis]].


A total of only 36 M-series cars were built. As the subway expanded and more vehicles were necessary, the TTC turned to [[Hawker Siddeley Canada|Hawker Siddeley]] to build the [[H-series (Toronto subway car)|next series]] of subway cars.
A total of only 36 M-series cars were built. As the subway expanded and more vehicles were necessary, the TTC turned to [[Hawker Siddeley Canada|Hawker Siddeley]] to build the [[H series (Toronto subway car)|next series]] of subway cars.


===Design===
===Design===
The TTC performed testing at [[St. Clair (TTC)|St. Clair]] and [[Union (TTC)|Union]] stations with a 75-foot test vehicle known as the ''Duncan Dragon''. Built at the Duncan Shops by Len Bardsley and the ''D&D Equipment'', the test car consisted of two [[Bogie|trucks]] with three panels and was designed to test the [[Loading gauge|size]] of train that could successfully navigate the tunnels. A steel girder with railings allowed workers to walk and ride the car during tests.
The TTC performed testing at [[St. Clair (TTC)|St. Clair]] and [[Union (TTC)|Union]] stations with a 75-foot test vehicle known as the ''Duncan Dragon''. Built at the Duncan Shops by Len Bardsley and the ''D&D Equipment'', the test car consisted of two [[Bogie|trucks]] with three panels and was designed to test the [[Loading gauge|size]] of train that could successfully navigate the tunnels. A steel girder with railings allowed workers to walk and ride the car during tests.


After specifications for the new cars were finalized, [[American Locomotive Company|Alco's]] Montreal Locomotive Works was contracted to build the new cars, dubbed "M1".<ref name = HCRR /> The cars are historically notable as the first subway cars produced in Canada<ref name = M1 /> and, at the time of their construction, the longest subway cars in the world.<ref name = HCRR /> All subsequent TTC cars have followed the size and length specifications of the M-series (though the [[Toronto Rocket (Toronto subway car)|Toronto Rocket]] deviates from the 2-car [[married pair]] formation) and influenced several other transit authorities to examine the use of longer cars.
After specifications for the new cars were finalized, [[American Locomotive Company|Alco's]] Montreal Locomotive Works was contracted to build the new cars, dubbed "M1".<ref name = HCRR /> The cars are historically notable as the first subway cars produced in Canada<ref name = M1 /> and, at the time of their construction, the longest subway cars in the world.<ref name = HCRR /> All subsequent TTC cars have followed the size and length specifications of the M series (though the [[Toronto Rocket (Toronto subway car)|Toronto Rocket]] deviates from the 2-car [[married pair]] formation) and influenced several other transit authorities to examine the use of longer cars.


===Retirement===
===Retirement===
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Revision as of 06:09, 18 July 2018

M series
An M-series train at the Greenwood Subway Yard
ManufacturerMontreal Locomotive Works
Built atMontreal, Quebec
Constructed1961–1962[1]
Entered service1962
ScrappedMay 1999[1]
Number built36
Number in serviceNone
Number preserved2 (owned by private museum)[1]
Number scrapped34
Formation2 car mated pairs (operated as 3 pair (6 car) trains)
Fleet numbers5300–5335
Capacity83 (formerly 84) seated
OperatorsToronto Transit Commission
Lines servedYonge–University–Spadina line
Bloor–Danforth line
Specifications
Car body constructionAluminum
Car length23.012 m (75 ft 6.0 in)
Width3.14 m (10 ft 4 in)
Height3.65 m (12 ft 0 in)
Floor height1.1 m (3 ft 7 in)
Doors8 sets (4 sets per side) per car
Maximum speed89 km/h (55 mph)
Weight27,215 kg (60,000 lb)
Traction motorsDC
Power output120 hp (89 kW)
AuxiliariesNone (?)
Electric system(s)600 V DC Third rail
Current collector(s)Contact shoe
Braking system(s)Westinghouse Brake & Signal Co. digital electro-pneumatic braking and Electro-dynamic reheostatic service brake
Track gauge4 ft 10+7⁄8 in (1,495 mm)

The M series, also known as M1, was the second series of rapid transit rolling stock used in the subway system of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. They were built by Montreal Locomotive Works in Montreal, Quebec, Canada from 1961 to 1962. They were the first Toronto subway cars to be manufactured in Canada, and only one of two series built outside of Ontario.

History

By 1960, the Toronto Transit Commission was preparing to expand its subway system to include the University line. The TTC wanted subway cars with a larger 75-foot (22.86 m) design and also wished to expand upon some of the experimental features in the existing G-series cars.[2] The new design was pushed forward by GM John G. Inglis.

A total of only 36 M-series cars were built. As the subway expanded and more vehicles were necessary, the TTC turned to Hawker Siddeley to build the next series of subway cars.

Design

The TTC performed testing at St. Clair and Union stations with a 75-foot test vehicle known as the Duncan Dragon. Built at the Duncan Shops by Len Bardsley and the D&D Equipment, the test car consisted of two trucks with three panels and was designed to test the size of train that could successfully navigate the tunnels. A steel girder with railings allowed workers to walk and ride the car during tests.

After specifications for the new cars were finalized, Alco's Montreal Locomotive Works was contracted to build the new cars, dubbed "M1".[1] The cars are historically notable as the first subway cars produced in Canada[2] and, at the time of their construction, the longest subway cars in the world.[1] All subsequent TTC cars have followed the size and length specifications of the M series (though the Toronto Rocket deviates from the 2-car married pair formation) and influenced several other transit authorities to examine the use of longer cars.

Retirement

The M1 trains were decommissioned and scrapped in 1999, with cars 5300 & 5301 given to the Halton County Radial Railway museum for preservation.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f "Halton County Radial Railway: Collection Roster". Halton County Radial Railway. 2010. Archived from the original on 2009-09-10. Retrieved 2010-01-15. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  2. ^ a b Aaron Adel and James Bow, revised by Robert Lubinski (2006). "The Montreal Series (M-1) Cars (1963-1999)". Transit Toronto.
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