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713 series
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The 713 series (713系) is a Japanese AC electric multiple unit (EMU) train type first introduced by Japanese National Railways (JNR) in 1984 and later operated on local services by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu).[1][2] As of 1 October 2012, all four of the 2-car sets are still in active service.[3]
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713 series | |
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![]() Reliveried set LK901 | |
In service | February 1984 – present |
Manufacturer | Hitachi, Tokyu Car |
Constructed | 1983 |
Refurbished | 1996, 2008–2010 |
Number built | 8 vehicles (4 sets) |
Number in service | 8 vehicles (4 sets) |
Formation | 2 cars per trainset |
Fleet numbers | LK1–4 |
Operators | JR Kyushu |
Depots | Kagoshima |
Lines served | Nippo Main Line |
Specifications | |
Car body construction | Steel |
Car length | 20,000 mm (65 ft 7 in) |
Width | 2,946 mm (9 ft 8 in) |
Doors | 2 pairs per side |
Maximum speed | 100 km/h (62 mph) |
Traction system | Thyristor drive |
Electric system(s) | 20 kV 60 Hz AC (overhead catenary) |
Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
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