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Vehicle Images

These images are taken from models, drawings, computer graphics, and photos of the three leading PRT development efforts. Use them to get an idea of what a PRT vehicle will look like.

Though the designs vary somewhat, all three include level-floor boarding at the stations, accomodations for both wheelchairs and bicycles, and room for packages and carry-ons.

Further Reading:

Skyweb Express Vehicle and Propulsion Page
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ULTRA Image Download Page
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MegaRail PAT Photo Page
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Taxi 2000 Skyweb Express

The Skyweb Express system is designed to seat three adults on a single bench seat. The prototype includes a one-piece sliding door and roof to allow boarding without stooping.


Taxi 2000 Vehicle Drawing
Family with Child and Stroller in Skyweb Express Vehicle
Skyweb Express on Guideway with Schoolkids Looking Out Window
Diagram of a Taxi2000 vehicle. Photos of Skyweb Express
Phase 1 Prototype
Interior of Skyweb Express Vehicle Exterior of Skyweb Express Vehicle
Interior of Taxi 2000's Skyweb Express Exterior of Taxi 2000's Skyweb Express

Megarail - MicroRail PAT

Megarail's Microrail PAT (Personal Automated Transport) design seats four in a two-by-two seating configuration.

Advanced Transit Systems - ULTra

The Ultra system from ATS also features seating for four and modern, sleek design.

Ultra Vehicle with Three Passengers Plus Bike Passenger Exiting Ultra Vehicle at Station Platform
Ultra Vehicle on Ground Level Guideway
ULTra Vehicle on the Cardiff Test Track
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