The Kintetsu 16200 series(近鉄16200系), branded Blue Symphony(青の交響曲, Ao no Shinfonii) is a limited express electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Kintetsu Railway in Japan since September 2016. The train was converted from a 6200 series commuter train.

Design

The train was converted from a former 6200 series commuter train built in 1978.

  • A 6200 series commuter trainset

Operations

The train operates between Ōsaka Abenobashi on the Minami Osaka Line and Yoshino on the Yoshino Line, making two return trips each day.

  • The train in service in September 2016

Formation

The three-car train is formed as follows.

Car No.123
DesignationTcMMc
Numbering163011625116201
Weight (t)33.043.044.0
Capacity282037
FacilitiesSeating Universal access toiletBar counter lounge space librarySeating

History

The conversion work on the train was completed in July 2016, and the train entered service on 10 September 2016.

External links

  • (in Japanese)