Hanshin 1000 series
Japanese train type
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The Hanshin 1000 series (阪神電鉄1000系) is a commuter electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Hanshin Electric Railway in Japan since 2007.[1]
| Hanshin 1000 series | |
|---|---|
A 1000 series on a Hanshin Main Line "Rapid Express" service, December 2021 | |
| Manufacturer | Kinki Sharyo |
| Built at | Higashiosaka |
| Entered service | October 2007 |
| Number built | 96 vehicles (22 sets) |
| Number in service | 96 vehicles (22 sets) |
| Formation | 2/6 cars per trainset |
| Operator | |
| Lines served | |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Stainless steel |
| Car length |
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| Width | 2,800 mm (9 ft 2 in) |
| Height | 4,085 mm (13 ft 4.8 in) |
| Doors | 3 pairs per side |
| Maximum speed | 110 km/h (68 mph) |
| Traction system | Variable frequency (IGBT) |
| Power output | 170 kW per motor |
| Acceleration | 3.0 km/(h⋅s) (1.9 mph/s) |
| Deceleration |
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| Electric system | 1,500 V DC overhead catenary |
| Current collection | Single-arm pantograph |
| Bogies | SS171M (motored) SS171T (trailer) |
| Braking system | Electronically controlled pneumatic brakes with regenerative braking |
| Safety systems |
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| Coupling system | Shibata-type |
| Multiple working | 9000 series |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
Design
The design was based on the earlier 9000 series trains, formed as six- and two-car sets.[1] The motored cars are mounted on SS171M bogies, and the non-powered trailer cars use SS171T bogies.[2]
Operations
The 1000 series sets are used on through-running services over Kintetsu lines, and are able to operate in multiple with 9000 series trains, running as up to 10-car formations.[1]
Formations
As of 1 April 2014[update], the fleet consists of thirteen six-car sets, numbered 1201 to 1213, and nine two-car sets, numbered 1501 to 1509.[3]
6-car sets
The thirteen six-car sets are formed as shown below, with three motored "M" cars and three non-powered trailer "T" cars.[2]
| Designation | Tc1 | M1 | M2 | T | M3 | Tc2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numbering | 1200 | 1000 | 1100 | 1300 | 1050 | 1250 |
| Weight (t) | 29.5 | 35.0 | 32.5 | 25.5 | 35.0 | 29.5 |
| Capacity Total/seated |
123/44 | 133/50 | 133/50 | 133/50 | 133/50 | 123/44 |
Each motored car is fitted with one PT7160-A single-arm pantograph.[2]
2-car sets
The nine two-car sets are formed as shown below, with one motored "M" car and one non-powered trailer "T" car.[2]
| Designation | Tc | Mc |
|---|---|---|
| Numbering | 1600 | 1500 |
| Weight (t) | 29.5 | 37.5 |
| Capacity Total/seated |
123/44 | 123/44 |
The motored cars are fitted with two PT7160-A single-arm pantographs.[2]
Interior
History
The first train entered revenue service in October 2007.[4]

The fleet is scheduled to gradually receive a new "Re Vermillion" colour scheme based on that of the to-be-introduced 3000 series trains.[5] The first set to receive the updated livery, 1202,[6] returned to service on 29 August 2025.[7]