Keikyu 2000 series
| Keikyu 2000 series | |
|---|---|
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A 4-car set, July 2007 | |
| In service | December 1982–- |
| Replaced | 600 series |
| Refurbishment | 1998 |
| Scrapped | 2012– |
| Number built | 72 vehicles (12 sets) |
| Number in service | 60 vehicles (9 sets) |
| Number scrapped | 12 vehicles (3 sets) |
| Formation | 4/8 cars per trainset |
| Operator(s) | Keikyu |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Steel |
| Maximum speed | 120 km/h (75 mph) |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC |
| Current collection method | overhead wire |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in) |
The Keikyu 2000 series (京急2000形) is an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by private railway operator Keikyu on commuter services in the Tokyo area of Japan since 1982. Originally introduced to replace the earlier 600 series sets on limited-stop Rapid Limited Express (快特 Kaitoku) services, from 1998, they were rebuilt with an additional pair of doors per side and longitudinal seating for reassignment to regular commuter services.[1]
Formations
As of 1 April 2012, the fleet consisted of six 8-car sets and six 4-car sets (classified 2400 series),[2] but three 4-car sets were withdrawn in May 2012.[3]
8-car sets
The 8-car sets are formed as follows, with six motored (M) cars and two trailer (T) cars.[2]
| Designation | M1c | M2 | M3 | Tu | Ts | M1 | M2 | M3c |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numbering | 20x1 | 20x2 | 20x3 | 20x4 | 20x5 | 20x6 | 20x7 | 20x8 |
- The "x" in the car numbers corresponds to the set number.
- The two "M2" cars are each fitted with two lozenge-type pantographs.[2]
4-car sets
The 4-car sets are formed as follows, with three motored (M) cars and one trailer (T) car.[2]
| Designation | M1c | M2 | T | M3c |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numbering | 24x1 | 24x2 | 24x3 | 24x4 |
- The "x" in the car numbers corresponds to the set number.
- The "M2" cars are fitted with two lozenge-type pantographs.[2]
Liveries
When delivered, the sets were initially painted in vermillion red with white around the side windows. From 1998, when converted to regular commuter use, they were repainted into all-over vermillion red with a white bodyside stripe.[1]
From January 2013, set 2011 is scheduled to be repainted into the original livery of vermillion with white window surrounds to mark the 30th anniversary of the 2000 series. It will remain in this livery for approximately two years.[3]
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Original livery, August 2000
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"Mirai" promotional livery, May 1988
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Later commuter style livery, July 2006
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Set 2011 repainted into its original style liver, February 2013
Interior
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Original 2-door configuration with transverse seating, August 2000
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Later 3-door commuter configuration with longitudinal seating, September 2010
History
The 2000 series was awarded the 1983 Blue Ribbon Award, presented annually by the Japan Railfan Club for the most outstanding train design of the year.[4]
References
- 1 2 私鉄車両年鑑2012 [Japan Private Railways Annual 2012]. Tokyo, Japan: Ikaros Publications Ltd. February 2012. p. 125. ISBN 978-4-86320-549-9.
- 1 2 3 4 5 私鉄車両編成表 2012 [Private Railway Rolling Stock Formations - 2012]. Japan: JRR. July 2012. p. 43. ISBN 978-4-330-29911-2.
- 1 2 京急2000形1編成 登場時の塗装に [Keikyu 2000 series set 1 to be repainted into original livery]. Tetsudo.com (in Japanese). Japan: Asahi Interactive Inc. 17 January 2013. Retrieved 17 January 2013.
- ↑ ブルーリボン賞・ローレル賞 選定車両一覧 [Blue Ribbon Award & Laurel Prize Winner List] (in Japanese). Japan: Japan Railfan Club. May 2012. Retrieved 18 January 2013.
External links
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- Keikyu 2000 series official information (Japanese)
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