787 series (JR Kyushu)
| 787 series | |
|---|---|
787 series set BM2 on the Kagoshima Main Line, June 2019 | |
| In service | July 1992–present |
| Manufacturers | Hitachi, Kinki Sharyo |
| Built at | Kudamatsu, Higashiōsaka |
| Replaced | 485 series |
| Constructed | 1992–2002 |
| Number in service | 140 vehicles (26 sets) |
| Formation | 4/6/7 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | BM1-15, BM101-111 |
| Operator | JR Kyushu |
| Depots | Ōita, Minami-Fukuoka |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Steel |
| Car length | 21.2 m (69 ft 7 in) (end cars) 20 m (65 ft 7 in) (intermediate cars) |
| Width | 2,944 mm (9 ft 7.9 in) |
| Doors | 1 per side |
| Maximum speed | 130 km/h (80 mph) |
| Traction system | Thyristor drive |
| Electric system | 20 kV AC 60 Hz |
| Current collection | Overhead catenary |
| Bogies | DT400K (powered), TR400K (trailer) DT901K (powered), TR901K (trailer) (prototype bogie) |
| Safety system | ATS-SK |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
| Notes/references | |
This train won the 36th Blue Ribbon Award in 1993. | |
The 787 series (787系) is an AC electric multiple unit type operated on limited express services by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) in Japan since July 1992.