| 303 series | |
|---|---|
 A 303 series train in August 2017 | |
| In service | January 2000 – present |
| Manufacturer | Kinki Sharyo |
| Constructed | 1999–2002 |
| Number built | 18 vehicles (3 sets) |
| Number in service | 18 vehicles (3 sets) |
| Formation | 6 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | K01–K03 |
| Operators | JR Kyushu |
| Depots | Karatsu |
| Lines served | Chikuhi Line, Fukuoka Subway Kuko Line |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Stainless steel |
| Car length | 20.25 m (66 ft 5 in) (end cars) 20 m (65 ft 7 in) (intermediate cars) |
| Width | 2.8 m (9 ft 2 in) |
| Height | 3.62–4.05 m (11 ft 11 in – 13 ft 3 in) |
| Floor height | 1.13 m (3 ft 8 in) |
| Doors | 4 pairs per side |
| Maximum speed |
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| Traction system | Hitachi or Toyo Denki IGBT–VVVF |
| Traction motors | 16 × MT401K 150 kW (200 hp) 3-phase AC induction motor |
| Power output | 2.4 MW (3,200 hp) |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC Overhead catenary |
| Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
| Bogies | DT405K, TR405K |
| Safety system(s) | ATC, ATO |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
The 303 series (303系) is a DC electric multiple unit (EMU) commuter train type operated by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) on Chikuhi Line and Fukuoka Subway Kuko Line through-running services in Kyushu, Japan, since 22 January 2000.
Design
The 303 series trains were designed to augment the 103-1500 series EMUs used on the Chikuhi Line, coinciding with double-tracking of the section between Shimoyamato and Chikuzen-Maebaru. The trains have lightweight stainless bodies with painted steel cab ends.
Operations
The 303 series trains are used on through services between Nishi-Karatsu the Chikuhi Line and Fukuokakūkō on the Fukuoka Subway Kuko Line. They are compatible with automatic train operation (ATO) used on the Fukuoka Subway tracks, and are also equipped for wanman driver only operation.
Formations
The fleet consists of three six-car sets, numbered K01 to K03 and based at Karatsu Depot. The sets are formed as shown below with four motored ("M") intermediate cars and non-powered driving trailer ("Tc") cars, with car 1 at the Nishi-Karatsu end.
| Car No. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Designation | Tc | M | M' | M | M' | Tc' |
| Numbering | KuHa 303 | MoHa 303-100 | MoHa 302-0 | MoHa 303-0 | MoHa 302-100 | KuHa 302 |
| Weight (t) | 28.4 | 33.6 | 32.4 | 32.4 | 32.7 | 26.4 |
| Capacity (total/seated) | 140/45 | 153/51 | 153/51 | 153/51 | 153/51 | 140/45 |
Cars 2 and 5 are each equipped with two PS402K single-arm pantographs.
Interior
Passenger accommodation consists of longitudinal bench seating throughout. Car 1 has a universal access toilet.
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Interior view, July 2010
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The universal-access toilet in car 1, July 2010
History
The trains entered service on 22 January 2000. A toilet was retrofitted to car 1 in each set between 2003 and 2004 at JR Kyushu's Kokura Works.
Build details
The three sets were built by Kinki Sharyo between 1999 and 2002. The fleet build details are as shown below.
| Set No. | Manufacturer | Date delivered | Toilet added |
|---|---|---|---|
| K01 | Kinki Sharyo | 1 December 1999 | 21 October 2003 |
| K02 | 4 December 1999 | 7 November 2003 | |
| K03 | 28 August 2002 | 30 January 2004 |
References
- Haraguchi, Takayuki (2009). Encyclopedia of JR's Railway Cars: ＪＲ全車両. Japan: Sekai Bunka. p. ６７. ISBN 978-4-418-09905-4.
- ^ JR全車輌ハンドブック2009 [JR Rolling Stock Handbook 2009]. Japan: Neko Publishing. 2009. pp. 385–386, 637. ISBN 978-4-7770-0836-0.
- ^ JR電車編成表 2014夏 [JR EMU Formations - Summer 2014]. Japan: Kotsu Shimbunsha. 30 May 2014. p. 220. ISBN 978-4-330-46614-9.
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