Nankai 9000 series

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Nankai 9000 series
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A four-car 9000 series set in August 2015
In service 1985–
Manufacturer Tokyu Car Corporation
Built at Yokohama
Constructed 1985–1988
Number built 32 vehicles (7 sets)
Number in service 32 vehicles (7 sets)
Formation 4/6 cars per trainset
Operator(s) Nankai Electric Railway
Line(s) served Nankai Main Line, Nankai Wakayamakō Line, Nankai Airport Line
Specifications
Car body construction Stainless steel
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  • 20,700 mm (67 ft 11 in) (intermediate cars)
  • 20,800 mm (68 ft 3 in) (end cars)
Doors 4 pairs per side
Maximum speed 110 km/h (70 mph)
Electric system(s) 1,500 V DC
Current collection method Overhead wire
Multiple working 12000 series
Track gauge 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)

The Nankai 9000 series (南海9000系?) is an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Nankai Electric Railway in Japan since 1985.[1]

Formations

As of 1 April 2015, the fleet consists of five four-car sets (9501 to 9509) and two six-car sets (9511 and 9513), formed as follows.[2]

4-car sets

Designation Tc1 M1 M2 Tc2
Numbering 95xx 90xx 90xx 95xx
  • The "M1" car is fitted with two scissors-type pantographs.[2]
  • The "M2" car is designated as a "mildly air-conditioned" car.[2]

6-car sets

Designation Tc1 M1 M2 M1 M2 Tc2
Numbering 95xx 90xx 90xx 90xx 90xx 95xx
  • The "M1" cars are fitted with two scissors-type pantographs.[2]
  • The middle "M2" car is designated as a "mildly air-conditioned" car.[2]

History

The first sets entered service in 1985.[1]

References

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