Kintetsu 15400 series


The Kintetsu 15400 series is an electric multiple unit train type in Japan rebuilt from two former Kintetsu 12200 series EMUs in 2011 for use on tourist charter services in the Osaka and Nagoya areas under the name "Kagirohi" operated by the Kintetsu Corporation group company Club Tourism from 23 December 2011.

Design

Two former Kintetsu 12200 series 2-car EMU sets were rebuilt in 2011 to become new 15400 series sets. These are repainted in a new dark green livery with gold lining.

Formation

The two 2-car sets are formed as follows, with the Mo 15400 car at the Osaka end.
DesignationMcTc
NumberingMo 15400Ku 15300
Weight 39.334.7
Seating capacity4846

The Mc cars are fitted with two PT42 lozenge-type pantographs.

Interior

Passenger accommodation consists of pairs of rotating, reclining seats, arranged 2+2 abreast with a seat pitch of. The rebuilt trains feature carpeted floors and new toilets with heated seats.

History

The 15400 series train was officially unveiled in a ceremony at Ōsaka Uehommachi Station on 15 December 2011, at which the train's new name, "Kagirohi", was also announced.
The train is scheduled to enter revenue service from 23 December 2011.