Kintetsu 16600 series

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The Kintetsu 16600 series "Ace" (近鉄16600系「Ace」) is a limited express electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by Kintetsu Railway in Japan since 19 June 2010.[1]

ManufacturerKinki Sharyo
Family nameAce
Replaced16000 series [ja]
Constructed2010–
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Kintetsu 16600 series "Ace"
A 16600 series 2-car set in the new Kintetsu limited express train livery in September 2017
ManufacturerKinki Sharyo
Family nameAce
Replaced16000 series [ja]
Constructed2010–
Entered service19 June 2010
Number built4 vehicles (2 sets)
Number in service4 vehicles (2 sets)
Formation2 cars per trainset
Fleet numbersYT01 – YT02
OperatorKintetsu Railway
DepotFuruichi
Lines served
Specifications
Car body constructionSteel
Car length20,800 mm (68 ft 3 in) (motor cars)
20,500 mm (67 ft 3 in) (trailers)
Width2,800 mm (9 ft 2 in)
Height4,150 mm (13 ft 7 in) (motor cars)
4,135 mm (13 ft 6.8 in) (trailers)
DoorsTwo plug doors per side
Maximum speed110 km/h (70 mph)
Traction system2-level PWM variable-frequency (IGBT)
Acceleration2.5 km/(h⋅s) (1.6 mph/s)
Deceleration4.0 km/(h⋅s) (2.5 mph/s)
Electric system1,500 V DC, overhead line
Current collectionPantograph
BogiesBolsterless
KD-316 (motor cars)
KD-316A (trailers)
Braking systemElectronically controlled pneumatic brakes
Safety systemKintetsu ATS (old/new)
Multiple working16000/16010/16400 series
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)
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Operations

They are operated on the Minami Osaka and Yoshino Lines, replacing the earlier 16000 series [ja] trains.[1]

Design

The design is based on the Kintetsu 22600 series trains used on the standard gauge Osaka and Nara Lines since 2009.[1]

Formation

As of 1 April 2016, two two-car sets are in operation, formed as follows, with one motored ("Mc") car and one non-powered trailer ("Tc") car.[2]

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Car No.12
Designation TcMc
Numbering 1670x1660x
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Car 2 has two single-arm pantographs.[2]

Interior

Car 1 has a wheelchair space and toilet. Car 2 has a smoking compartment.[2]

History

Two two-car sets were built at a cost of approximately 800 million yen.[1] Test running commenced in May 2010, with entry into revenue service from 19 June 2010.[1]

References

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