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165 series
Japanese express electric multiple unit train type / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The 165 series (165系, 165-kei) was an express electric multiple unit (EMU) train type introduced in 1963 by Japanese National Railways (JNR).
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![]() Final run of 165 series in June 2003 | |
In service | 1963–2003 |
Manufacturer | Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Kinki Sharyo, Kisha Seizo, Nippon Sharyo, Teikoku Sharyo, Tokyu Car Corporation |
Constructed | 1963-1970 |
Entered service | 25 March 1963 |
Scrapped | 2009 |
Number built | 701 cars |
Number in service | None |
Number preserved | 3 cars |
Number scrapped | 698 cars |
Formation | 3, 4, 6 cars per set |
Operators | JNR (1963-1987) JR East (1987-2003) JR Central (1987-2003) JR-West (1987-2003) |
Specifications | |
Car body construction | Steel |
Doors | 2 per side (except buffet car) |
Maximum speed | 110 km/h (70 mph) |
Traction system | Resistor control |
Traction motors | MT54 (120kW) |
Power output | 120 kW per motor |
Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC |
Bogies | DT32, TR69 |
Safety system(s) | ATS-S, ATS-P |
Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
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