doady
Senior Member
If the TTC is not willing to convert the exisitng system, then probably it would make sense for the rest of the GTA to use TTC gauge as well, so that there can be combined orders and save money for everyone due to economies of scale.
Not only would it make the LRT lines more compatible with the existing streetcar system, but should any of these lines ever be converted to subway (e.g. Eglinton) it would be more compatible with the exisitng subway system too. Sticking with TTC gauge would be cheaper and provided more flexibility in the long run, so I say the TTC gauge should be standard for the GTA.
Not only would it make the LRT lines more compatible with the existing streetcar system, but should any of these lines ever be converted to subway (e.g. Eglinton) it would be more compatible with the exisitng subway system too. Sticking with TTC gauge would be cheaper and provided more flexibility in the long run, so I say the TTC gauge should be standard for the GTA.