| 159 series | |
|---|---|
| In service | 1961–1980 |
| Manufacturer | Nippon Sharyo |
| Constructed | 1961–1962 |
| Refurbished | 1975 |
| Number built | 16 cars (3 sets) |
| Number in service | None |
| Number preserved | None |
| Formation | 4/8 cars per set |
| Operators | JNR |
| Depots | Ogaki |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Steel |
| Doors | 2 per side |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
The 159 series (159系) was an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by Japanese National Railways (JNR) from 1961 until 1980.[1] They were originally designed for and used on school excursion trains running between Tokyo and the Nagoya area via the Tokaido Main Line.[1]