Kintetsu 26000 series

The Kintetsu 26000 series (近鉄26000系) is an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by Japanese private railway operator Kintetsu Railway since March 1990.

Kintetsu 26000 series
Set 26101 at Taimadera Station in 2016
In service15 March 1990 –
ManufacturerKinki Sharyo
Family nameSakura Liner
Constructed1989
Refurbished2010 - 2011
Number built8 vehicles (2 sets)
Number in service8 vehicles (2 sets)
Formation4 cars per trainset
Capacity226[1]
Operator(s)Kintetsu Railway
Specifications
Car body constructionSteel
Car length20,700 mm (67 ft 11 in) (end cars)
20,500 mm (67 ft 3 in) (intermediate cars)
Width2,800 mm (9 ft 2 in)
Height4,150 mm (13 ft 7 in)
Doors2 per side (end cars), 1 per side (intermediate cars)
Maximum speed110 km/h (70 mph)
Traction systemResistor control
Acceleration2.5 km/h/s
Deceleration4.0 km/h/s
Electric system(s)1,500 V DC
Current collection methodOverhead line
BogiesKD-99
Safety system(s)ATS
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)

Operations

The trains entered revenue service on 15 March 1990. They are branded "Sakura Liner". A special supplement is required to travel on these services, in addition to the basic fare and limited express charge.[2]

Formation

The two four-car trains are formed as shown below. All cars are powered.

Car No.1234
Numbering Mo 2640xMo 2630xMo 2620xMo 2610x
Capacity 48504840
Facilities ObservationWheelchair accessible (WC) toiletsToiletsSmoking compartment, observation

Cars 2 and 4 are fitted with 2 lozenge-type pantographs.

Interior

Seating in cars 1, 2 and 4 are arranged 2+2 transverse, with a seat pitch of 1,050 mm (41 in). Car 3 is a deluxe car and features rotating and reclining seats arranged 2+1 transverse with AC outlets built into the armrest and tables which fold out. Cars 2 and 3 come with heated toilets and are equipped with automatic bidets.[2]

  • Standard car seating
  • Deluxe car seating
  • Rotating seats

Exterior

The trains are painted in a pink and crystal white livery, reminiscent of cherry blossoms. Trains were originally painted in a green and crystal white livery, but it was later changed to invoke the "Sakura Liner" name.[2]

History

The train entered service on 15 March 1990, and have been used for special services. The trains were refurbished in 2010 where they received an updated livery to invoke the "Sakura Liner" name.

References
  1. Japan Railfan Magazine (issue 349) May 1990 edition, pages 62 - 66
  2. "『近鉄26000系』".
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