Details of the Introduction of the New E131 Series Trains to the Senseki Line
Train Type and Fleet Size
- Type: E131 Series
- Fleet Size: 14 four-car sets, totaling 56 cars
Schedule
- Start of Operations: Around Winter 2025
- Deployment Line: Senseki Line (Aoba-dori to Ishinomaki)
Key Features
Design
- Exterior: Incorporates the color scheme of the Senseki Line 205 Series while adopting the unique dot pattern of the E131 Series.
- Interior:
- Inspired by the coastal scenery along the Senseki Line, with sky-blue seat backs reflecting the line's color theme.
- Features long bench seats designed to harmonize with the local community.
Enhanced Safety and Stability
- Onboard Security Cameras: Installed in all cars.
- Emergency Communication Devices: Increased to four locations per car (five in cars with restrooms).
- Passenger Door Monitoring Cameras: Installed on the sides of the train to allow operators to monitor boarding and alighting from the cab.
- Monitoring Technology: Tracks the condition of train equipment and rail infrastructure to detect potential issues and improve safety.
Improved Passenger Comfort
- Wider Body: Expanded train width provides more spacious seating for enhanced comfort.
- Enhanced Information Displays:
- Equipped with 17-inch displays above some doors to provide operational updates and transfer guidance.
Barrier-Free Accessibility
- Free Spaces: Dedicated areas in each car for wheelchairs and strollers.
Environmental Performance
- SiC Semiconductor Devices: Adopted in main circuit components to reduce power consumption and enhance environmental performance.
Operational Plan
- The current 205 Series trains will be gradually replaced with E131 Series trains.
- Once the fleet replacement is complete, one-man operations will be introduced on the Senseki Line.
- The exact start date for one-man operations will be announced at a later time.
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