| Hanshin 5550 series | |
|---|---|
 Set 5551 in December 2021 | |
| Manufacturer | Alna Sharyo, Hanshin Sharyo Maintenance |
| Built at | Settsu, Amagasaki |
| Family name | Jet Car |
| Constructed | 2010 |
| Entered service | 29 December 2010 |
| Number built | 4 vehicles (1 set) |
| Number in service | 4 vehicles (1 set) |
| Formation | 4 cars per trainset |
| Operators | Hanshin Electric Railway |
| Lines served | Hanshin Main Line |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | 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 | 4.0 km/(h⋅s) (2.5 mph/s) |
| Deceleration | 4.5 km/(h⋅s) (2.8 mph/s) |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC (overhead catenary) |
| Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
| Braking system(s) | Electronically controlled pneumatic brakes with regenerative braking |
| Safety system(s) | Hanshin ATS |
| Coupling system | Shibata-type |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
The Hanshin 5550 series (阪神電鉄5550系, Hanshin Dentetsu 5550-kei) is a commuter electric multiple unit (EMU) train operated by the private railway operator Hanshin Electric Railway in Japan since 2010.
Design
The design was based on the earlier 5500 series trains, which were themselves developed from the 8000 series trains. The bogies are the same as those used on the 1000 series trains.
Operations
Together with the 5500 series trains, the 5550 series set is primarily used on Hanshin Main Line services.
Formation
As of 1 April 2015, one four-car set is in service, formed as shown below, with three motored "M" cars and one non-powered trailer "T" car. The "Mc" car is at the Umeda end.
| Designation | Mc | M1 | M2 | Tc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numbering | 5551 | 5651 | 5652 | 5562 |
| Weight (t) | 35.5 | 35.0 | 35.0 | 29.0 |
| Capacity Total/seated |
124/46 | 133/50 | 133/50 | 124/46 |
Each motored car is fitted with one single-arm pantograph.
Interior
Passenger accommodation consists of longitudinal bench seating throughout, with sculpted seats finished in blue moquette.
History
The train entered revenue service 29 December 2010.
References
- ^ 私鉄車両年鑑 2012: 大手15社営業用車両完全網羅 私鉄車両年鑑2012 [Japan Private Railways Annual 2012]. Tokyo, Japan: Ikaros Publications Ltd. February 2012. p. 55. ISBN 978-4-86320-549-9.
- 私鉄車両編成表 2015 [Private Railway Rolling Stock Formations – 2015] (in Japanese). Japan: Kotsu Shimbunsha. 23 July 2015. p. 145. ISBN 978-4-330-58415-7.
- ^ 阪神電気鉄道5550系 [Hanshin 5550 series]. Japan Railfan Magazine. Vol. 50, no. 596. Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. December 2010. pp. 75–77.
- 阪神5550系が営業運転を開始 [Hanshin 5550 series enters service]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Koyusha Co., Ltd. 30 December 2010. Retrieved 10 July 2013.
External links
- Hanshin 5550 series (Japan Railfan Magazine Online) (in Japanese)
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