The is a rapid transit electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by Osaka Municipal Subway in Japan since 1990.
Overview Seventeen eight-car sets were built to replace the older 60 series sets on the Sakaisuji Line.
The first 12 sets (96 cars) were built in 1990 while an expansion of 40 cars (5 sets) were introduced between 2002 and 2004.
Formations The Sakaisuji Line fleet consists of 17 eight-car trainsets formed as follows, with car 1 at the Tengachaya end. ← Tengachaya Tenjimbashisuji 6-chōme → Car No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Designation Tec1 Ma1 Mb1 Tp' T' Mb2 Ma2 Tec2Numbering666xx660xx661xx667xx668xx663xx662xx669xx
The "Ma1" and "Ma2" cars are each fitted with two scissors-type pantographs. Interior Passenger accommodation consists of longitudinal seating throughout.
History The trains started to undergo refurbishment in 2012. Set 66605 was the first train to be refurbished. It returned to service in February 2013. Works included a new paint scheme, various installations of LED displays and lights, and the installation of a front skirt.
References
External links
Osaka Municipal Transport Bureau website