There is lots of talk about installing LIght Rail Transit or LRT, but LRT is a poorly defined term, and can encompase a number of distinct platforms and technologies.
Trams
Trams are typically what people think of when they think of light rail. A low floor vehicle that often operates in streets or on their own right of way adjacent to streets. The Alstom Cidalis Spirit is a Tram-Train – its suposed to operate like a tram but also a train, except its a new design and has some issues with tight curves and high speeds.
Diesel Multi Units
Light Metro
REM, Sky Train
Heavy Metro
