The is an
electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated in Japan by the private railway operator
Hankyu Railway
, trading as , is a Japanese private railway company that provides commuter and interurban service to the northern Kansai region and is one of the flagship properties of Hankyu Hanshin Holdings Inc., in turn part of the Hankyu Hanshin Toho Gro ...
since 1995.
Formations
, the fleet consists of two two-car sets, formed as follows.
The "Mc1" cars are fitted with two single-arm pantographs.
These trains are only used during the AM rush hours between 7am and 8:30am, and only on Commuter Limited Express and Rapid Express trains, when cumulative congestion can reach 147% during this time.
Interior
Seating accommodation includes
tip-up seat
A folding seat is a seat that folds away so as to occupy less space. When installed on a transit bus, it makes room for a wheelchair or two. When installed on a passenger car, it provides extra seating.
In churches, it may have a projection cal ...
s to increase passenger capacity.
References
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Electric multiple units of Japan
8200 series
Train-related introductions in 1995
Alna Koki rolling stock
1500 V DC multiple units of Japan