Hanshin 5550 series
The Hanshin 5550 series (阪神電鉄5550系, Hanshin Dentetsu 5550-kei) is a commuter electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Hanshin Electric Railway in Japan since 2010.[1]
| Hanshin 5550 series | |
|---|---|
 Set 5551 in August 2011 | |
| Manufacturer | Alna Sharyo/Hanshin |
| Built at | Settsu, Amagasaki |
| Family name | Jet Car |
| Constructed | 2010 |
| Entered service | 29 December 2010 |
| Number built | 4 vehicles (1 set) |
| Number in service | 4 vehicles (1 set) |
| Formation | 4 cars per trainset |
| Operator(s) | Hanshin Electric Railway |
| Line(s) served | Hanshin Main Line |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Steel |
| Car length | 18,980 mm (62 ft 3 in) (end cars), 18,880 mm (61 ft 11 in) (intermediate cars) |
| Width | 2,800 mm (9 ft 2 in) |
| Height | 4,085 mm (13 ft 4.8 in) |
| Doors | 3 pairs per side |
| Maximum speed | 110 km/h (70 mph) |
| Traction system | Variable frequency (IGBT) |
| Power output | 170 kW per motor |
| Acceleration | 4.0 km/h/s |
| Deceleration | 4.5 km/h/s (service and emergency) |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC |
| Current collection method | Overhead catenary |
| Braking system(s) | Regenerative brake, electronically controlled pneumatic brakes |
| Safety system(s) | Hanshin ATS |
| Coupling system | Shibata-type |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in) |
Design
The design was based on the earlier 5500 series trains, which were themselves developed from the 8000 series trains.[1] The bogies are the same as those used on the 1000 series trains.[1]
Operations
Together with the 5500 series trains, the 5550 series set is primarily used on Hanshin Main Line services.[1]
Formation
As of 1 April 2015, one four-car set is in service, formed as shown below, with three motored "M" cars and one non-powered trailer "T" car.[2] The "Mc" car is at the Umeda end.[3]
| Designation | Mc | M1 | M2 | Tc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numbering | 5551 | 5651 | 5652 | 5562 |
| Weight (t) | 35.5 | 35.0 | 35.0 | 29.0 |
| Capacity Total/seated |
124/46 | 133/50 | 133/50 | 124/46 |
Each motored car is fitted with one single-arm pantograph.[3]
Interior
Passenger accommodation consists of longitudinal bench seating throughout, with sculpted seats finished in blue moquette.[1]
History
The first train entered revenue service 29 December 2010.[4]
References
- 私鉄車両年鑑 2012: 大手15社営業用車両完全網羅 私鉄車両年鑑2012 [Japan Private Railways Annual 2012]. Tokyo, Japan: Ikaros Publications Ltd. February 2012. p. 55. ISBN 978-4-86320-549-9.
- 私鉄車両編成表 2015 [Private Railway Rolling Stock Formations - 2015] (in Japanese). Japan: Kotsu Shimbunsha. 23 July 2015. p. 145. ISBN 978-4-330-58415-7.
- 阪神電気鉄道5550系 [Hanshin 5550 series]. Japan Railfan Magazine. Vol. 50 no. 596. Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. December 2010. pp. 75–77.
- 阪神5550系が営業運転を開始 [Hanshin 5550 series enters service]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Koyusha Co., Ltd. 30 December 2010. Retrieved 10 July 2013.
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- Hanshin 5550 series (Japan Railfan Magazine Online) (in Japanese)