Chichibu Railway 5000 series
Japanese train type
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The Chichibu Railway 5000 series (秩父鉄道5000系) is an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Chichibu Railway on Chichibu Main Line local services in Japan.[1]
In service1999–
Replaced2000 series
Number built12 vehicles (4 sets)
Number in service9 vehicles (3 sets)
| Chichibu Railway 5000 series | |
|---|---|
Set 5003, June 2011 | |
| In service | 1999– |
| Replaced | 2000 series |
| Number built | 12 vehicles (4 sets) |
| Number in service | 9 vehicles (3 sets) |
| Number scrapped | 3 vehicles (1 set) |
| Formation | 3 cars per trainset |
| Operator | Chichibu Railway |
| Depot | Kumagaya |
| Line served | Chichibu Main Line |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Stainless steel |
| Car length | 20 m (65 ft 7 in) |
| Doors | 4 pairs per side |
| Electric system | 1,500 V DC |
| Current collection | Overhead wire |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
Fleet details
As of 1 April 2014[update], three three-car sets (sets 5001 to 5003) were in service.[2]
| DeHa (M1c) | DeHa (M2) | KuHa (Tc) |
|---|---|---|
| 5001 (ex 6191) | 5101 (ex 6196) | 5201 (ex 6198) |
| 5002 (ex 6241) | 5102 (ex 6246) | 5202 (ex 6248) |
| 5003 (ex 6251) | 5103 (ex 6256) | 5203 (ex 6258) |
| 5004 (ex 6261) | 5104 (ex 6266) | 5204 (ex 6268) |
The DeHa 5000 and 5100 cars are each fitted with one lozenge-type pantograph.[1][3]
History
Four 3-car trains were converted in 1999 from former Toei 6000 series (Toei Mita Line) commuter EMUs.[1]
