The Kintetsu 1400 series (近鉄1400系, Kintetsu 1400-kei) is a commuter electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by the private railway operator Kintetsu Railway since 1981 on many of its commuter lines in the Kansai area of Japan.
First introduced in 1981, the design is based on the earlier Kintetsu 3000 series commuter train, also manufactured by Kinki Sharyo.
All trains are equipped with longitudinal seating and automatic announcements in both Japanese and English. All trainsets run on standard gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in), except for the 6600 series which run on 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) gauge on the Minami Osaka Line.
The 1200 series is the final variant in the 1400 series family. Originally, 11 sets were built in 1982, but in 1983, 10 sets were converted into the 1201 series.[2] The four remaining cars are coupled with two former 2430 series cars.[3]
The sets are formed as follows.[2]
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout.
The 1201 series are former 1200 series sets that were re-fitted for wanman (driver-only) operation.[2]
Sets are formed as follows.[2]
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout.
The 1400 series is the original variant, having first appeared in February 1981.[4] Four 4-car sets were built.
The four-car sets are formed as follows.
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout.[1]
Two three-car sets were delivered in 1983 designated as the 2050 series.
The sites are formed as follows.
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout. Some cars have onboard toilets.
In 2002, the sets were refurbished and modeled similar to the 1200 series.[5] A second renovation occurred around 2020.
Four two-car sets were delivered in 1983 designated as the 6600 series.[5]
The sets are operated on the 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) Minami Osaka Line network. However, they are not allowed on the Domyoji Line as they are not equipped for wanman driver-only operation.[6]
The sets are formed as follows. Both cars are motorized.
Seating consists of longitudinal seating throughout.
