E259 series
| E259 series | |
|---|---|
 E259 series undergoing test-running, May 2009 | |
| In service | October 2009– |
| Manufacturer | Kinki Sharyo, Tokyu Car Corporation |
| Family name | N'EX |
| Replaced | 253 series |
| Constructed | 2009–2010 |
| Number built | 132 vehicles (22 sets) |
| Number in service | 132 vehicles (22 sets) |
| Formation | 6 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | Ne001–Ne022 |
| Capacity | 290 (262 standard + 28 Green) |
| Operator | JR East |
| Depot(s) | Kamakura[1] |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Aluminium alloy[2] |
| Car length |
21,000 mm (68 ft 11 in) (end cars) 20,000 mm (65 ft 7 in) (intermediate cars)[3] |
| Width | 2,946 mm (9 ft 8.0 in) |
| Height | 3,655 mm (11 ft 11.9 in) |
| Doors | 2 per side |
| Maximum speed | 130 km/h (80 mph)[1] |
| Traction system | MT75B x 4 per motor car |
| Acceleration | 2.0 km/h/s[3] |
| Deceleration | 5.2 km/h/s[3] |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC |
| Current collection method | PS33D single-arm pantographs |
| Bogies | DT77 (motored), TR262 (trailer) |
| Safety system(s) | ATS-P, ATS-SN[3] |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
The E259 series (E259系) is a DC electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) in Japan. A total of 132 vehicles formed as 22 6-car sets were introduced from 1 October 2009[4] on the Narita Express limited express services to and from Narita International Airport. As of June 2010, they have completely replaced the 253 series EMUs formerly used on these services.[5]
Formation
Sets are formed as six-car sets, consisting of four motored (M) cars and two trailer (T) cars, as shown below, with car 1 at the Tokyo end.[5][6]
| Car No. | 1/7 | 2/8 | 3/9 | 4/10 | 5/11 | 6/12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Designation | Tc' | M' | M | M' | M | Tsc |
| Numbering | KuHa E258 | MoHa E258 | MoHa E259 | MoHa E258-500 | MoHa E259-500 | KuRo E259 |
| Weight (t) | 38.4 | 38.0 | 36.5 | 38.0 | 37.0 | 38.9 |
| Seating capacity | 40 | 56 | 56 | 56 | 54 | 28 |
The "Tsc" cars are green (first class) cars. Cars 3 and 5 are equipped with PS33D single-arm pantographs (two on car 5).[6]
Retracting gangway connections on the end cars allow two sets to be coupled together to form 12-car formations. Electrical and safety equipment is duplicated, as on the E233 series commuter trains, to improve safety and reliability. Active suspension on end cars and yaw dampers between all cars for improved ride comfort.[1] The MoHa E259-500 car is equipped with two pantographs, but one is for emergency use.[7]
Unlike the 253 series, the E259 series trains are not equipped with Automatic Train Control (ATC).
Bogies
The DT77 (motored) and TR262 (trailer) bolsterless bogies are developed from the DT71 and TR255 bogies used on the E233 series EMUs.[8] The end bogies of the Tc driving cars are designated TR262, and the inner bogies of the Tc driving cars are designated TR262A.[8] All the bogies use tread brakes, and the trailer bogies additionally use disc brakes.[8] Wheel diameter is 860 mm, and the distance between wheel centres is 2,100 mm.[8]
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DT77 motor bogie
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T262A trailer bogie
Interior accommodation
The passenger compartment floor construction has been improved for reduced interior noise, and the height difference between coach and platform has been reduced by 50 mm compared with the earlier 253 series trains for ease of access.[5] Luggage storage areas feature lockable straps for security, and security cameras are installed in vestibule and luggage areas.[2] Luggage space is also provided beneath the seats. Electric power outlets are provided at each seat.[1]
Four ceiling-mounted passenger information display units are provided in each car. These feature two 17-inch screens on each side, displaying information in four languages (Japanese, English, Korean, and Chinese).[1]
Standard class
Standard-class cars have 2+2 abreast seating with forward-facing rotating/reclining seats. Seat pitch is 1,030 mm (41 in), compared to 980 mm (39 in) on earlier trains.[1]
Green class
Green (first class) cars have leather-covered forward-facing rotating/reclining seats also arranged in 2+2 configuration. Seat pitch is 1,160 mm (46 in).[1]
History
The first two sets, Ne001 and Ne002, were delivered to Kamakura Depot from Tokyu Car Corporation on 23 April 2009, with test running on the Sōbu Main Line commencing the same day.[9]
Nine E259 series sets entered revenue service on Narita Express services from 1 October 2009, with 10 out of 26 return workings daily operated by E259s.[10]
Build details
| Set No. | Manufacturer | Date delivered |
|---|---|---|
| Ne001 | Tokyu Car | 23 April 2009 |
| Ne002 | Tokyu Car | 23 April 2009 |
| Ne003 | Tokyu Car | 26 May 2009 |
| Ne004 | Tokyu Car | 26 May 2009 |
| Ne005 | Tokyu Car | 2 July 2009 |
| Ne006 | Tokyu Car | 2 July 2009 |
| Ne007 | Tokyu Car | 19 August 2009 |
| Ne008 | Tokyu Car | 19 August 2009 |
| Ne009 | Tokyu Car | 17 September 2009 |
| Ne010 | Tokyu Car | 17 September 2009 |
| Ne011 | Tokyu Car | 22 October 2009 |
| Ne012 | Tokyu Car | 22 October 2009 |
| Ne013 | Tokyu Car | 18 March 2010 |
| Ne014 | Tokyu Car | 18 March 2010 |
| Ne015 | Kinki Sharyo | 17 March 2010 |
| Ne016 | Tokyu Car | 30 March 2010 |
| Ne017 | Kinki Sharyo | 7 April 2010 |
| Ne018 | Kinki Sharyo | 21 April 2010 |
| Ne019 | Kinki Sharyo | 14 May 2010 |
| Ne020 | Tokyu Car | 18 May 2010 |
| Ne021 | Tokyu Car | 18 May 2010 |
| Ne022 | Kinki Sharyo | 9 June 2010 |
Source: [11]
See also
- Keisei AE series (2009), train operated by rival company Keisei
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 ""成田エクスプレス"用新形車両 E259系" [New E259 series "Narita Express" trains]. Japan Railfan Magazine (Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd.) 49 (579): p82–85. July 2009.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "ＪＲ東日本 「成田エクスプレス」用 E259系" [JR East E259 series for "Narita Express"]. The Railway Pictorial (Japan) 59 (820): p116. July 2009.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 "JR東日本 E259系特急型直流電車 主要諸元表" [JR East E259 series limited express DC EMU: Main specifications chart]. Tetsudō Daiya Jōhō (Japan: Kōtsū Shimbun) 38 (304): p82. August 2009.
- ↑ JR East press release: 新型成田エクスプレス「Ｅ２５９系」１０月１日いよいよ営業運転開始！！ (20 August 2009). Retrieved on 22 August 2009. (Japanese)
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "JR東日本 E259系特急型直流電車" [JR East E259 series limited express DC EMU]. Tetsudō Daiya Jōhō (Japan: Kōtsū Shimbun) 38 (303): p70–71. July 2009.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Kawabata, Akihito (September 2009). "E259系" [E259 series]. Japan Railfan Magazine (in Japanese) (Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd.) 49 (581): p.64-72.
- ↑ "N'EX 253系からE259系" [N'EX - from 235 to E259 series]. Japan Railfan Magazine (Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd.) 49 (580): p18–21. August 2009.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 "DT77 TR262 ／ JR東日本E259系" [DT77 TR262 / JR East E259 series]. Bogie Closeup (in Japanese). Japan: Neko Publishing. 24 July 2009. Retrieved 24 February 2012.
- ↑ RM News: "N'EX用新車・E259系落成" (24 April 2009). Retrieved on 24 April 2009. (Japanese)
- ↑ "E259系「成田エクスプレス号」１０月から１０往復程度が運用開始" [10 E259 series "Narita Express" workings to commence from October]. Tetsudō Daiya Jōhō (Japan: Kōtsū Shimbun) 38 (305): p74. September 2009.
- ↑ "JR東日本 車両運用プロジェクト首都圏" [JR East Rolling Stock Usage Project (Tokyo Area)]. Japan Railfan Magazine (Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd.) 50 (596): p.79. December 2010.
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- JR East E259 series description (Japanese)
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