Kintetsu 2400 series
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The Kintetsu 2400 series (近鉄2400系, Kintetsu 2400-kei) is an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Kintetsu Railway since 1966 on many of its commuter lines in the Kansai area of Japan.
Design[edit]
First introduced in 1966, the design is based on the Kintetsu 1480 series commuter train, also manufactured by Kinki Sharyo. All trainsets run on standard gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) tracks.
The trainsets incorporate improvements in the 1M1T formations and derivatives.
Variants[edit]
- 2400 series: 2-car sets primarily used on the Osaka Line
- 2410 series: 2-car sets built equipped with increased air circulation
- 2430 series: 3-car and 4-car sets primarily used on Osaka Line semi-express services
- 2444 series: 3-car sets modified for single operator "wanman" operation
2400 series[edit]
| 2400 series | |
|---|---|
| In service | 1966–2004 |
| Manufacturer | Kinki Sharyo |
| Constructed | 1966 |
| Entered service | 1966 |
| Scrapped | 1998–2004 |
| Number built | 12 vehicles (6 sets) |
| Number in service | 0 vehicles |
| Number preserved | 0 vehicles |
| Number scrapped | 12 vehicles |
| Formation | 2 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | W01–W06 |
| Capacity | 170 per car |
| Operators | Kintetsu Railway |
| Depots |
|
| Lines served | |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 20.72 m (67 ft 11+3⁄4 in) |
| Width | 2,800 mm (9 ft 2+1⁄4 in) |
| Height | 4,012 mm (13 ft 2 in) Cars with electric fans |
| Doors | 4 pairs per side |
| Maximum speed | 105 km/h (65.2 mph) |
| Power output | 155 kW (208 hp)per motor |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC Overhead wire |
| Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
| Bogies |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
The 2400 series was the base variant in the 2400 series family.[1] Introduced in 1966, these cars were never refurbished, although a few techinal upgrades did occur in the mid 1980s.
Formation[edit]
The six two-car sets were formed as follows.
| Car No. | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Numbering | Mo 2400 | Ku 2500 |
| Capacity (total) | 170 | |
Interior[edit]
Seating consisted of longitudinal seating throughout, as was with the later variants.
Disposal[edit]
From 1998 to January 2004, all of the trains in the series were scrapped.[1] Some motor and cab equipment would later be reused some Kintetsu non-passenger trains.
2410 series[edit]
| 2410 series | |
|---|---|
 2410 series set between Takayasu and Onji | |
| In service | 1968–present |
| Manufacturer | Kinki Sharyo |
| Constructed | 1968–1971 |
| Entered service | 1968 |
| Refurbished | 1996–2002 |
| Scrapped | 2004–2019 |
| Number built | 39 vehicles |
| Formation | 2, 3 or 4 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | W10–W28, AG29–AG30 |
| Capacity | 170 per car |
| Operators | Kintetsu Railway |
| Depots |
|
| Lines served | |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 20,720 mm (67 ft 11+3⁄4 in) |
| Width | 2,800 mm (9 ft 2+1⁄4 in) |
| Height | 4.05 m (13 ft 3+1⁄2 in) Cars with electric fans |
| Doors | 4 pairs per side |
| Maximum speed | 105 km/h (65 mph) |
| Power output | 145 kW (194 hp) per motor |
| HVAC | Cross Fan |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC Overhead wire |
| Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
| Bogies |
|
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
The 2410 series are 2400 series sets with modifications to the location of various onboard equipment, including the installation of a cross-flow fan. Three-car sets are re-fitted for wanman driver-only operation.[2]
Formations[edit]
The 2-car sets are formed as follows.
| Car No. | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Numbering | Mo 2410 | Ku 2510 |
Refurbishment[edit]
All cars were refurbished from 1996 to 2002. Air conditioning was installed as part of the upgrade.
Interior[edit]
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout.
Gallery[edit]
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Set 2430 in 1978 sporting an older burgundy livery -
Kintetsu 2423 repainted to the "Fresh Fish Train"
2430 series[edit]
| 2430 series | |
|---|---|
 Set 2438 between Takayasu and Onji | |
| In service | 1971–present |
| Manufacturer | Kinki Sharyo |
| Constructed | 1971 |
| Entered service | 1971 |
| Refurbished | 1988–1995 |
| Number built | 55 vehicles |
| Number in service | 55 vehicles |
| Formation | 3- or 4-cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | W31–W32, AG33, G34–G36, AG37–AG38, G39–G40, W41–W42, AG43 |
| Capacity | 170 (end cars) 190 (intermediate cars) |
| Operators | Kintetsu Railway |
| Depots |
|
| Lines served | |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 20,720 mm (67 ft 11+3⁄4 in) |
| Width | 2,800 mm (9 ft 2+1⁄4 in) |
| Height | 4,012 mm (13 ft 2 in) Cars with electric fans |
| Doors | 4 pairs per side |
| Maximum speed | 105 km/h (65.2 mph) |
| Power output | 145 kW (194 hp) per motor |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC Overhead wire |
| Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
| Bogies |
|
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
The 2430 series started appearing in 1973.[1] All trains remain in service.
Formations[edit]
The three-car sets are formed as follows.
| Car No. | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Designation | Ku 2530 | Mo 2450 | Mo 2430 |
The four-car sets are formed as follows. Over the years, car 3 has resulted in various reconfigurations including former 1480 series cars.[3] This was to resolve operational issues with slopes on the Osaka Line.[3]
| Car No. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Designation | Ku 2530 | Mo 2450 | Sa 1970 Sa 2550 Sa 1550 |
Mo 2430 |
Refurbishment[edit]
The sets were refurbished between 1988 and 1995.[3]
Interior[edit]
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout, like the other variants.
Gallery[edit]
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Interior of a 2430 series car
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2444 series[edit]
| 2444 series | |
|---|---|
 Set 2444 in 2008 | |
| In service | 1976–present |
| Manufacturer | Kinki Sharyo |
| Constructed | 1976 |
| Entered service | 1976 |
| Refurbished | 2007 |
| Number built | 6 vehicles (2 sets) |
| Number in service | 6 vehicles (2 sets) |
| Formation | 3-cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | G44–G45 |
| Capacity | 170 (end cars) 190 (intermediate cars) |
| Operators | Kintetsu Railway |
| Depots |
|
| Lines served | |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 20,720 mm (67 ft 11+3⁄4 in) |
| Width | 2,800 mm (9 ft 2+1⁄4 in) |
| Doors | 4 pairs per side |
| Maximum speed | 110 km/h (68.4 mph) |
| Power output | 145 kW (194 hp) per motor |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC Overhead wire |
| Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
| Bogies |
|
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
This sub-series consists of two 3-car sets remodeled for "Wanman" one-person operation.[1] The top speed was also incrased from 105 km/h (65 mph) to 110 km/h (68 mph) for unknown reasons.
Formations[edit]
The 3-car sets are formed as follows.
| Car No. | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Designation | Ku 2544 | Mo 2464 | Mo 2444 |
Modifications[edit]
Modifications for "Wanman" operation took place at Koan Depot.[4]
Interior[edit]
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout.
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d 三好, 好三 (2016). 近鉄電車 [Kintetsu Train] (in Japanese). Japan: JTBパブリッシング. ISBN 9784533115318.
- ^ 飯島, 巌 (2002). 復刻版 私鉄の車両13 近畿日本鉄道II [Kinki Nihon Railway 2, Commuter Vehicle and More] (in Japanese). Japan: ネコ・パブリッシング. p. 12. ISBN 978-4873662961.
- ^ a b c 河久, 諸 (1998). 日本の私鉄 近鉄2 [Japan: Private Kintetsu World (2)] (in Japanese). 保育社. p. 41. ISBN 978-4586509058.
- ^ "大手私鉄車両ファイル2007 車両配置表&車両データバンク" [Major Railway Vehicle File 2007 Vehicle Layout Chart & Vehicle Data Bank]. 鉄道ファン (in Japanese). September 2007.
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