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Budapest's Historic Mukis Trams Revived for Modern Use

3/18/2026

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Budapest's freight trams, known as mukis, were designed after World War I and acquired in 1926 to move materials to factories.
Over time, the mukis expanded to snow removal and maintenance tasks.
Recently refurbished, the trams now include a driver's seat and cabin heating, reflecting transit officials' celebration of their simplicity and durability.
Of the original 40 trams, six remain, with three still in operation.

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Story summary

Budapest's freight trams, known as mukis, were designed after World War I and acquired in 1926 to move materials to factories.
Over time, the mukis expanded to snow removal and maintenance tasks.
Recently refurbished, the trams now include a driver's seat and cabin heating, reflecting transit officials' celebration of their simplicity and durability.
Of the original 40 trams, six remain, with three still in operation.