713 series
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In serviceFebruary 1984 – present
Constructed1983
Refurbished1996, 2008–2010
| 713 series | |
|---|---|
 Set LK2 in May 2023 | |
| In service | February 1984 – present |
| Manufacturers | Hitachi, Tokyu Car |
| Constructed | 1983 |
| Refurbished | 1996, 2008–2010 |
| Number built | 8 vehicles (4 sets) |
| Number in service | 8 vehicles (4 sets) |
| Formation | 2 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | LK1–4 |
| Operator | JR Kyushu |
| Depot | Kagoshima |
| Line served | Nippo Main Line |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Steel |
| Car length | 20,000 mm (65 ft 7 in) |
| Width | 2,946 mm (9 ft 8 in) |
| Doors | 2 pairs per side |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h (62 mph) |
| Traction system | Thyristor drive |
| Electric system | 20 kV 60 Hz AC (overhead catenary) |
| Current collection | Pantograph |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
The 713 series (713系) is a Japanese AC electric multiple unit (EMU) train type first introduced by Japanese National Railways (JNR) in 1984 and later operated on local services by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu).[1][2] As of 1 October 2012, all four of the 2-car sets are still in active service.[3]
Based at Kagoshima Depot, the fleet of four 2-car 713 series trains are used on Nippo Main Line services.[3]
