281 series
| 281 series | |
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A 281 series train
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| In service | 1994– |
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Kinki Sharyo |
| Family name | Haruka |
| Constructed | 1994–1995 |
| Number built | 63 vehicles |
| Number in service | 63 vehicles |
| Formation | 6/3 cars per trainset |
| Capacity | 258 |
| Operator(s) | JR-West |
| Depot(s) | Hineno |
| Line(s) served | Tokaido Main Line, Osaka Loop Line, Hanwa Line, Kansai Airport Line |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Steel |
| Car length | 20,740 mm (68 ft 1 in) (end cars) 20,000 mm (65 ft 7 in) (intermediate cars) |
| Width | 2,920 mm (9 ft 7 in) |
| Height | 3,550 mm (11 ft 8 in) |
| Maximum speed | 130 km/h (80 mph) |
| Traction system | Variable frequency (3-level GTO) |
| Acceleration | 1.8 km/(h·s) (1.1 mph/s) |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC overhead |
| Current collection method | WPS27D scissors-type pantograph |
| Bogies | WDT55 (motored) WTR239 (trailer) |
| Braking system(s) | Regenerative brake, electronically controlled pneumatic brakes, snow-resistant brake |
| Safety system(s) | ATS-P, ATS-SW |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
The 281 series (281系 Nihyaku-hachijūichi-kei?) is a DC electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by West Japan Railway Company (JR-West). It was introduced on September 4, 1994 for passengers travelling to/from Kansai International Airport. Provisions are made for luggage racks and dedicated luggage room.
Built jointly by Kinki Sharyo and Kawasaki Heavy Industries, the trains are used on the Haruka limited express service via the Kansai Airport Line in 3- or 6-car formations.
Sets are based at Hineno Depot, and are formed as shown below.
281 series standard-class interior
281 series Green (first class) car interior
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