Kintetsu 7000 series explained

Kintetsu 7000 series
Service:1986–
Manufacturer:Kinki Sharyo
Family:Super Electronic Commuter[1]
Yearconstruction:1984–1989
Yearservice:1 October 1986
Refurbishment:2004
Numberbuilt:54 vehicles (9 sets)
Numberservice:54 vehicles (9 sets)
Formation:6 cars per trainset
Fleetnumbers:HL01  - HL09
Operator:Kintetsu Railway
Depots:Higashihanazono
Lines:
Carbody:Steel
Carlength:19000mm
Width:2900mm
Doors:4 pairs per side
Maxspeed:95km/h on the Kintetsu Keihanna Line
70km/h on the Osaka Municipal Subway Chuo Line
Traction:Variable frequency (GTO) (except Set 7008)
Variable frequency (IGBT) (Set 7008)
Poweroutput:140 kW per motor
Electricsystem:750 V DC
Collectionmethod:Third rail
Bogies:KD-92
Brakes:Electronically controlled pneumatic brakes
Safety:ATC

The is a commuter electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Kintetsu Railway since 1986. In 1987, it was awarded the Laurel Prize, presented annually by the Japan Railfan Club.

Operations

The 7000 series sets operate on Keihanna Line service, including through-running to and from the Osaka Municipal Subway Chūō Line.

Formations

DesignationTcM T M M Tc
NumberingKu 7100 Mo 7200 Sa 7300 Mo 7400 Mo 7500 Ku 7600

Interior

Passenger accommodation consists of longitudinal bench seating throughout.

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Notes and References

  1. http://www.g-mark.org/award/describe/13310?token=jX1BrsDA8O Good Design Award