Kintetsu 16200 series
Japanese train type
- Minami Osaka Line
- Yoshino Line
The Kintetsu 16200 series (近鉄16200系), branded Blue Symphony (青の交響曲, Ao no Shinfonii) is a limited express electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Kintetsu Railway in Japan since September 2016. The train was converted from a 6200 series commuter train.
Design
The train was converted from a former 6200 series commuter train built in 1978.[1]
- A 6200 series commuter trainset
Operations
The train operates between Ōsaka Abenobashi on the Minami Osaka Line and Yoshino on the Yoshino Line, making two return trips each day.[1]
- The train in service in September 2016
Formation
The three-car train is formed as follows.[1]
Car No. | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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Designation | Tc | M | Mc |
Numbering | 16301 | 16251 | 16201 |
Weight (t) | 33.0 | 43.0 | 44.0 |
Capacity | 28 | 20 | 37 |
Facilities | Seating Universal access toilet | Bar counter lounge space library | Seating |
History
The conversion work on the train was completed in July 2016,[1] and the train entered service on 10 September 2016.[2]
References
- ^ a b c d Okuyama, Motoki (October 2016). 近畿日本鉄道16200系「青の交響曲(シンフォニー)」. Japan Railfan Magazine (in Japanese). Vol. 56, no. 666. Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. pp. 73–77.
- ^ 近鉄青の交響曲営業運転開始 [Kintetsu "Blue Symphony" enters revenue service]. RM News (in Japanese). Japan: Neko Publishing Co., Ltd. 13 September 2016. Archived from the original on 15 September 2016. Retrieved 15 September 2016.
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