Transit switched from BYD to locally Sydney built Custom Denning Element electrics in 2024. Several were awaiting entry into service in May 2024 at Leichhardt depot pending charging infrastructure installation. This is a later Element 2, 8793 (MO8793), with revised front end styling and improved performance. To the right is 8693 (MO8693) and down the back, 8779, an earlier model.
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The rear aspect of Element 2 8694 (MO8694).
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A close up of 8779. These earlier Elements were transferred to another operator before entering service. At this point in time they have not been traced.
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This view shows the stored buses packed into the depot yard.
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Here is a trio of original Elements with a couple of active diesel buses.
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An unidentified Custom Denning Element.
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Another view of Element 2 8793.
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In January 2025 the buses had entered service. Here is Element 2 8797 (MO8797) in service in Balmain.
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Seen the same day was 8799 (MO8799).
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