E127 series
| E127 series | |
|---|---|
 E127 series at Niigata Station, May 2008 | |
| In service | 1995–Present |
| Manufacturer | JR East, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Tokyu Car Corporation[1] |
| Constructed | 1995–1998 |
| Number built | 50 vehicles |
| Number in service | 50 vehicles (25 sets) |
| Formation | 2 cars per trainset |
| Operator | JR East |
| Depot(s) | Niigata, Matsumoto |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Stainless steel |
| Car length | 20,000 mm (65 ft 7 in) |
| Width | 2,800 mm (9 ft 2 in) |
| Doors | 3 pairs per side |
| Maximum speed | 110 km/h (70 mph) |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC |
| Current collection method | Overhead catenary |
| Safety system(s) | ATS-P, ATS-Ps |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
The E127 series (E127系) is a DC electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated on local services by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) in Japan since 1995. The design is derived from the 209 series commuter EMU.[2]
Variants
- E127-0 series: 13 x 2-car sets (Echigo Line, Hakushin Line, Uetsu Main Line)
- E127-100 series: 12 x 2-car sets (Ōito Line, Shinonoi Line)
E127-0 series
Thirteen 2-car sets were delivered to Niigata Depot in March 1995 (sets V1 to V6) and November 1996 (sets V7 to V13) for use on Echigo Line, Hakushin Line, and Uetsu Main Line local services. They entered service on 8 May 1995.[1]
Formation
- KuMoHa E127 (with one PS30 pantograph)
- KuHa E126 (with toilet)
E127-100 series
Twelve 2-car sets were delivered to Matsumoto Depot in November and December 1998 for use on Ōito Line and Shinonoi Line local services. They entered service on 8 December 1998.[1] The external styling differs from the earlier E127-0 series, resembling the 701 series design.[2] Sets A7 to A12 have a second de-icing pantograph on the KuHa trailer car.[1]
Formation
- KuMoHa E127 (with one PS34 pantograph)
- KuHa E126 (with toilet)
Interior
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Interior view of E127-100 series set showing mixed longitudinal/transverse seating and driver-only-operation ticket issuing machine
References
External links
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- JR East E127 series (Japanese)
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