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
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
- 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
| 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 | Various |
| 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 |
|
| 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
The six two-car sets were formed as follows.
| Car No. | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Numbering | Mo 2400 | Ku 2500 |
| Capacity (total) | 170 | |
Interior
Seating consisted of longitudinal seating throughout, as was with the later variants.
Disposal
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
| 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-cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | Various |
| 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
The 2-car sets are formed as follows.
| Car No. | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Numbering | Mo 2410 | Ku 2510 |
Refurbishment
All cars were refurbished from 1996 to 2002. Air conditioning was installed as part of the upgrade.
Interior
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout.
Gallery
Set 2430 in 1978 sporting an older burgundy livery
Kintetsu 2423 repainted to the "Fresh Fish Train"
2430 series
| 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 | Various |
| 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
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
The sets were refurbished between 1988 and 1995.[3]
Interior
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout, like the other variants.
Gallery
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Interior of a 2430 series car
2444 series
| 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 | 2444, 2445 |
| 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
The 3-car sets are formed as follows.
| Car No. | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Designation | Ku 2544 | Mo 2464 | Mo 2444 |
Modifications
Modifications for "Wanman" operation took place at Koan Depot.[4]
Interior
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout.
References
- 1 2 3 4 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.
- 1 2 3 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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