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Old Bangor Tram Road

TASSecondary road9.5 km26 segmentsC812
8.2Sports
9.5 kmTotal length
26Segments
7Recorded crashes
19Grey spot segments
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Old Bangor Tram Road is a 10 km sealed secondary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 8.3/10 for caravans with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and EVs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
8.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
8.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.1/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
8.3/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 26 segments
Excellent (8+)58%Good (6-8)42%

Sports score IQR: 7.2 - 8.3

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
6.7
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 26 segments· 28 years of data
7
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
19
Grey spots
Last 5 years
1
Crashes (5yr)
1
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.104▼ Below average

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

When is this road risky?
Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

29%

Based on 28 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.0/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure48%
Night driving risk56%
Wind exposure55%
Sun glare risk89%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
Top 26 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108414194Paved0.49 km9.19.09.1#108414195Paved0.45 km8.48.38.4#108414182Paved0.39 km8.48.38.4#108414193Paved0.37 km8.38.28.3#108414180Paved0.38 km8.38.18.3#108414178Paved0.39 km8.28.18.2#108414192Paved0.54 km8.28.18.2#108414179Paved0.37 km8.28.18.2#108414185Paved0.58 km8.28.18.2#108414181Paved0.42 km8.28.18.1#108414190Paved0.40 km8.28.18.3#108485853Paved0.23 km8.28.08.2#108414183Paved0.36 km8.17.98.1#108414189Paved0.36 km7.97.78.1#108485852Paved0.37 km7.97.68.0#108414191Paved0.14 km7.87.68.1#108485849Paved0.32 km7.77.47.6#108485848Paved0.43 km7.57.37.7#108414186Paved0.44 km7.47.17.4#108414188Paved0.54 km7.47.17.6#108414184Paved0.36 km7.47.17.4#108485850Paved0.26 km7.26.97.6#108414196Paved0.05 km7.26.97.7#108414187Paved0.38 km7.26.97.2#108485854Paved0.15 km7.26.97.5#108485851Paved0.36 km6.96.67.2
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
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Councils & Government

This road is part of TAS's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.

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Frequently asked questions
How long is Old Bangor Tram Road?+

Old Bangor Tram Road is approximately 10 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Old Bangor Tram Road sealed?+

Yes. Old Bangor Tram Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Old Bangor Tram Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Old Bangor Tram Road scores 8.0/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Old Bangor Tram Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Old Bangor Tram Road scores 8.3/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Old Bangor Tram Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Old Bangor Tram Road scores 8.1/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Are there any dangerous sections on Old Bangor Tram Road?+

Contour has identified 19 grey spots on Old Bangor Tram Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 16 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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