Train Suite Shikishima
Japanese hybrid diesel/electric luxury cruise train type / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The E001 series (E001形), branded Train Suite Shiki-shima (TRAIN SUITE 四季島, Toran Suīto Shikishima, pronounced [toɾaɰ̃sɯiꜜːto ɕi̥kiɕima]) is a hybrid electric/diesel deluxe sleeping-car excursion train operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East) since 1 May 2017.[1] The Train Suite Shiki-shima is one of the world's most exclusive and expensive trains.[2]
Quick Facts E001 series, In service ...
E001 series Train Suite Shiki-shima | |
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In service | 2017–present |
Manufacturer | Kawasaki Heavy Industries/J-TREC |
Built at | Kobe/Yokohama |
Constructed | 2016 |
Entered service | 1 May 2017 |
Number built | 1 set (10 vehicles) |
Formation | 10 cars per trainset |
Operators | JR East |
Depots | Oku |
Specifications | |
Car body construction | Stainless steel/aluminium |
Car length | 20,800 mm (68 ft 3 in) |
Width | 2,900 mm (9 ft 6 in) |
Height | 4,070 mm (13 ft 4 in) |
Maximum speed | 110 km/h (68 mph) |
Traction system | Variable frequency (IGBT) |
Acceleration | 1.5 km/(h⋅s) (0.93 mph/s) |
Deceleration | 3.6 km/(h⋅s) (2.2 mph/s) |
Current collector(s) | PS37C pantographs |
Safety system(s) |
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Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
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