The Iyotetsu 7000 series (伊予鉄7000系, Iyotetsu 7000-kei) is an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Iyo Railway (Iyotetsu) in Japan. Six three-car sets are to be built.[2]
Overview
Details of the new trains on order were first announced by Iyo Railway on 14 November 2023. The 7000 series is expected to replace ageing 700 series sets converted from Keio 5000 series cars, over which they offer 50% energy savings.[2]
The trains have lightweight stainless steel car bodies. They use variable-frequency drive inverters and regenerative braking. LCD passenger information displays are provided above the doors.[3] LED lighting is used throughout.[1]
History
In November 2024, the first two sets (7301 and 7302) were delivered from the Kinki Sharyo factory.[4]
The 7000 series fleet entered revenue service from 21 February 2025.[5] A further two sets are planned to be introduced every year until 2027.[2]
References
- ^ a b c d e "中吊り広告はなし！ 伊予鉄に新型車両7000系を導入！" [No hanging advertisements! Iyo Railway introduces new 7000 series trains!]. Rail Hobidas (in Japanese). Japan: Neko Publishing. 14 November 2023. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
- ^ "伊予鉄道，郊外電車向け新形車両7000系を導入" [Iyo Railway to introduce New 7000 series suburban trains]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. 14 November 2023. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
- ^ "伊予鉄道7000系が甲種輸送される" [Iyo Railway 7000 series delivered]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. 3 November 2024. Retrieved 3 November 2024.
- ^ 伊予鉄道、67年ぶり新型車両「7000系」の運行開始 [Iyotetsu's first new train in 67 years, the 7000 series, enters revenue service]. The Nikkei (in Japanese). 21 February 2025. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
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