Kintetsu 16400 series

The Kintetsu 16400 series "Ace" (近鉄16400系「Ace」) is a limited express electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by Kintetsu Railway in Japan since 1996.[1]

Kintetsu 16400 series "Ace"
A 16400 series set on the Yoshino Line in 2014
In service1996 – Present
ManufacturerKinki Sharyo
Family nameAce
Replaced16000 series
Constructed1996
Entered service1 June 1996
Refurbished2015
Number built4 vehicles (2 sets)
Number in service4 vehicles (2 sets)
Formation2 cars per trainset
Operator(s)Kintetsu Railway
Line(s) served
Specifications
Car body constructionSteel
Width2,800 mm (9 ft 2 in)
DoorsTwo plug doors per side (trailer car)
One plug door per side (motor car)
Maximum speed110 km/h (70 mph)
Traction systemVariable frequency (IGBT)
Acceleration2.5 km/(h⋅s) (1.6 mph/s)
Electric system(s)1,500 V DC, overhead line
Current collection methodPantograph
BogiesBolsterless
KD-310 (motor cars)
KD-310A (trailers)
Braking system(s)KEBS-2 electronically controlled pneumatic brakes
Safety system(s)Kintetsu ATS
Multiple working16000/16010/16600 series
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)

Two 2-car sets were introduced in 1996, and both are operated on the Minami Osaka and Yoshino Lines, replacing the earlier 16000 series trains. Only four cars were built as focus had shifted to the newer 16600 series sets.

The design is based on the Kintetsu 22000 series trains used on the standard gauge Osaka and Nara Lines since 1992. The 22000 series and 16400 series are practically identical, with the exception that the 16400 series are used on narrow gauge lines and that the 16400 series were built with Hitachi IGBT variable-frequency drives from new.

Formations

The two two-car sets are formed as shown below.

Designation TcMc
Numbering Mo 16500Mo 16400
Weight (t) 38.043.0
Capacity 46+1 seat for the disabled52
Facilities Wheelchair-accessible toiletsSmoking compartment

The Mo 16400 car is fitted with two lozenge-stype pantographs.

Refurbishment

Both sets were refurbished in 2015. Improvements include new seat upholstery similar to those used on the refurbished 26000 series cars, new LED headlights and refurbishment of the in-car toilets. The first set to be refurbished, set 16401, returned to service on 25 March 2015.[2] The second set, 16402, returned to service on 9 September 2015.[3]

Set No.Refurbishment Year/Date
16401March 2015
16402September 2015
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References
  1. Fukai, Shigeo (August 1996). 南大阪線にACE登場！ 近鉄16400系 [ACE appears on the Minami Osaka Line! Kintetsu 16400 series]. Japan Railfan Magazine. No. 424. Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. pp. 49–52.
  2. “近鉄16400系が車体更新を終えて運用復帰” [Refurbishment of the Kintetsu 16400 series is complete]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. April 2015. Retrieved 27 April 2017.
  3. “近鉄吉野特急16400系リニューアル車が試運転” [l16400 series Limited Express train undergoes trial runs on the Yoshino Line]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. September 2015. Retrieved 27 April 2017.
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