The MBTA welcomes your input as we design the next version of Green Line vehicles.
The Department of Transportation is conducting a public survey in which the public can vote for their favorite of three paint schemes proposed for future Green Line Type 10 vehicles.
The voting period ends on October 9th.
The first option features mostly silver bodywork with green accent doors and stripes. The second proposal shows a silver train with about the bottom third of the car painted green. The third option is the greenest, with green doors, stripes, and the entire center section of the vehicle is dark green.
As of Tuesday morning, more than 2,000 votes had been cast. Option 3 was the most popular at that time, receiving his 55% of the votes. Option 2 received 38% of the vote, with 7% in favor of the first proposed paint scheme.
Last September, the MBTA signed a contract worth $810 million with an upstate New York rail manufacturer for 102 new Type 10 “Supercar” light rail trolleys, as well as tooling, testing, training and equipment services. It was announced that. Add components to large projects.
The new vehicles will be 40 feet longer than current Green Line vehicles, according to the MBTA. Mr T said the supercar will feature a number of improvements, including wider door openings, lower entry and exit floors, an enclosed cab with improved visibility, and the latest technology and enhanced communication systems.
The first pilot train is scheduled to begin in spring 2026.