159 series
The 159 series (159系) was an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by Japanese National Railways (JNR) from 1961 until 1980. They were originally designed for and used on school excursion trains running between Tokyo and the Nagoya area via the Tokaido Main Line.
| 159 series | |
|---|---|
| In service | 1961–1980 |
| Manufacturer | Nippon Sharyo |
| Constructed | 1961–1962 |
| Refurbished | 1975 |
| Number built | 16 cars (3 sets) |
| Number in service | None |
| Number preserved | None |
| Formation | 4/8 cars per set |
| Operators | JNR |
| Depots | Ogaki |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Steel |
| Doors | 2 per side |
| Electric system(s) | 1,500 V DC |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
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