Kintetsu 7000 series

Kintetsu 7000 series
A 7000 series train, November 2023
In service1986–
ManufacturerKinki Sharyo
Family nameSuper Electronic Commuter[1]
Constructed1984–1989
Entered service1 October 1986
Refurbished2004
Number built54 vehicles (9 sets)
Number in service54 vehicles (9 sets)
Formation6 cars per trainset
Fleet numbersHL01 – HL09
OperatorsKintetsu Railway
DepotsHigashihanazono
Lines served
Specifications
Car body constructionSteel
Car length19,000 mm (62 ft 4 in)
Width2,900 mm (9 ft 6 in)
Doors4 pairs per side
Maximum speed95 km/h (59 mph) on the Kintetsu Keihanna Line
70 km/h (43 mph) on the Osaka Municipal Subway Chuo Line
Traction systemVariable frequency (GTO) (except Set 7008)
Variable frequency (IGBT) (Set 7008)
Power output140 kW per motor
Acceleration3.0 km/(h⋅s) (1.9 mph/s)
Electric system(s)750 V DC
Current collector(s)Third rail
BogiesKD-92
Braking system(s)Electronically controlled pneumatic brakes
Safety system(s)ATC
Track gauge1,435 mm (4 ft 8+12 in)

The Kintetsu 7000 series (近鉄7000系) is a commuter electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Kintetsu Railway since 1986. In 1987, it was awarded the Laurel Prize, presented annually by the Japan Railfan Club.

  1. ^ Good Design Award (Japanese)