The Tobu 7800 series (東武7800系, Tōbu 7800-kei) was a DC electric multiple unit (EMU) commuter train type operated by the private railway operator Tobu Railway in Japan.
Tobu 7800 series | |
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In service | 1953–1985 |
Manufacturer | Hitachi, Kisha Seizo, Naniwa Koki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Sharyo, Utsunomiya Sharyo |
Constructed | 1953–1961 |
Number built | 164 vehicles |
Number in service | None |
Number preserved | None |
Operators | Tobu Railway |
Lines served | Tobu Isesaki Line, Tobu Tojo Line, Tobu Ogose Line |
Specifications | |
Car body construction | Steel/wood |
Car length | 20 m (65 ft 7 in) |
Doors | 4 per side |
Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC, overhead catenary |
Multiple working | Tobu 7300 series |
Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
A total of 164 7800 series vehicles were built between 1953 and 1961.[1] With the exception of two vehicles withdrawn due to accident damage, all of the cars were ultimately rebuilt between 1978 and 1986 to become 5000 series sets.[1]
Withdrawals
Two cars, 7808 and 808, were withdrawn in December 1970 following accident damage.[1] The remaining 162 cars were rebuilt between 1978 and 1986 with new steel bodies as 5000 series sets.[1]
References
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