Strange question about trains and trams.?

Question

trains and trams have relatively the same track format, yet trains have junctions with parts of the track that move to alter direction of track. however trams do not have these junctions yet still are able to change direction when there are other tracks and directions to travel on.

how come these trams do not de-rail and "fall off the track" ???

Answer 1

Do you mean points? If you do, then Trams also have points, go to Blackpool, you will see them at the end of the lines....its just that they don't change tracks as often as trains, so not as obvious....a tram generally only goes on one track from A to B and doesn't deviate as much.

Answer 2

So strange you asked it twice!

Answer 3

Yep.

And, your question is not strange at all.  Nor is it stUPid.  The only stUPid question is the one you don't ask...

This is how one learns.

Answer 4

They have an engine at both ends.

Answer 5

Errr...Correction ---- Trams DO have points and crossings just like ordinary railways - the only difference between the two is that on street running, the tram tracks are so well 'camouflaged' that they are hardly noticeable - but take my word, they're still there ! ! !