HB-E300 series

HB-E300 series
2-car Resort View Furusato set at Shinano-Ōmachi Station in December 2010
In serviceOctober 2010 – present
Manufacturer
Family nameResort Hybrid
ReplacedKiHa 48
Constructed2010, 2016, 2019
Number built18 vehicles (6 sets)
Number in service18 vehicles (6 sets)
Formation2/4 cars per set
OperatorsJR East
DepotsAkita, Aomori, Nagano, Niigata
Lines servedŌito Line, Tsugaru Line, Ōminato Line, Gonō Line
Specifications
Car body constructionStainless steel[1]
Car length20,600 mm (67 ft 7 in)
Width2,920 mm (9 ft 7 in)
Height3,620 mm (11 ft 11 in)
DoorsOne per side
Maximum speed100 km/h (62 mph)[2]
Traction systemVariable frequency[3]
Prime mover(s)DMF15HZB-G (1 per car)
Engine type6-cylinder diesel
Traction motorsMT78 (95 kW [127 hp]) (2 per car)
Power output331 kW (444 hp) per engine
BogiesDT75A (driving), TR260A (trailing)[2]
Braking system(s)Electronically controlled pneumatic brakes with regenerative braking[3]
Safety system(s)ATS-P/Ps
Multiple workingKiHa E200[2]
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)

The HB-E300 series (HB-E300系) is a hybrid diesel multiple unit (DMU) train type operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) on "resort train" services on scenic lines in Japan since October 2010.[4][5]

Design

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The HB-E300 series is based on the KiHa E200 hybrid DMU type introduced on the Koumi Line in 2007. One 2-car train is used on the Ōito Line; two 2-car trains are used on the Tsugaru and Ōminato Lines; and two 4-car trains are used on Gonō Line Resort Shirakami services, replacing earlier KiHa 48 DMU trainsets.[1]

The use of hybrid technology is designed to reduce fuel consumption by 10% compared with the existing Resort Shirakami trains, reduce NOx emissions by 60%, and reduce noise levels by 20 dB while idling at stations and by 30 dB when accelerating from standstill.[1]

Interior

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Seating in open saloon cars features reclining/rotating seating in 2+2 configuration with a seat pitch of 1,200 mm (47 in). The four-car Resort Shirakami sets include compartment accommodation.[6]

2-car Resort View Furusato

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The two-car train for the Ōito Line is branded Resort View Furusato (リゾートビューふるさと). It was built by Tokyu Car Corporation in Yokohama, and delivered to Nagano in June 2010.[4][7] The train entered revenue service on 2 October 2010.[8]

Formation

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The two-car Resort View Furusato set is formed as follows.[3]

Car 1 2
Numbering HB-E302 HB-E301
Seating capacity 44 34
Weight (t) 40.5 41.5

2-car Resort Asunaro

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The two-car Resort Asunaro sets at Aomori Station in December 2010

The two 2-car trains for the Tsugaru and Ōminato Lines are branded Resort Asunaro (リゾートあすなろ), named after Aomori's prefectural tree, known as Asunaro in Japanese.[9] They were built by Niigata Transys and were delivered to JR East's Aomori Depot in September 2010,[10] entering service from 4 December 2010, coinciding with the opening of the Tōhoku Shinkansen extension to Shin-Aomori.[5]

Formation

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The two-car Resort Asunaro sets are formed as follows.[3]

Car 1 2
Numbering HB-E302 HB-E301
Seating capacity 44 34
Weight (t) 40.3 41.3

Interior

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  • View of main saloon area of HB-E302-3 in June 2011
    View of main saloon area of HB-E302-3 in June 2011
  • Interior view of HB-E301-3, showing ceiling-mounted monitor screens in June 2011
    Interior view of HB-E301-3, showing ceiling-mounted monitor screens in June 2011

Withdrawal and conversions

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In November 2022, JR East announced that the Resort Asunaro sets would be remodelled for two new sightseeing trains: Hinabi (ひなび) and Satono (さとの, stylized in all uppercase). The Hinabi set is scheduled to enter service in the final quarter of 2023,[11] and the Satono set is scheduled to enter service in the first quarter of 2024.[12]

JR East announced on 1 June 2023 that these sets would make their final trips in revenue service on 20 August of that year, ahead of their remodels.[13]

4-car Resort Shirakami – Aoike

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The four-car Resort Shirakami – Aoike set on the Gono Line in September 2020

The four-car Resort Shirakami – Aoike train for use on the Gono Line was delivered from Tokyu Car's Yokohama factory to JR East's Akita Depot in September 2010.[10] It entered service from 4 December 2010.[14]

Formation

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The four-car Resort Shirakami – Aoike set is formed as follows.[3]

Car 1 2 3 4
Numbering HB-E301-1 HB-E300-101 HB-E300-1 HB-E302-1
Seating capacity 34 36 40 44
Weight (t) 41.3 41.5 40.0 40.3

4-car Resort Shirakami – Buna

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The four-car Resort Shirakami – Buna set on the Gono Line in September 2020

The four-car Resort Shirakami - Buna train for use on the Gono Line was built jointly by J-TREC (cars 1, 2, and 4) at its Yokohama factory and JR East's Akita Works (car 3) in 2016.[15] The train entered service on 16 July 2016,[16] replacing the earlier KiHa 48 four-car DMU trainset previously used.[15] The exterior livery and interior design of this set was overseen by Ken Okuyama Design.[17]

Formation

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The four-car Resort Shirakami – Buna set is formed as follows with car 1 at the Akita/Aomori end.[18]

Car 1 2 3 4
Numbering HB-E301-5 HB-E300-105 HB-E300-5 HB-E302-5
Seating capacity 34 36 28 44
  • HB-E302-5 (car 1)
    HB-E302-5 (car 1)
  • HB-E300-105 (car 2)
    HB-E300-105 (car 2)
  • HB-E300-5 (car 3)
    HB-E300-5 (car 3)
  • HB-E301-5 (car 4)
    HB-E301-5 (car 4)

4-car Kairi

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The four-car Kairi set in July 2022

The four-car Kairi (海里) train was announced by JR East in October 2018, developed around the cuisine of Niigata and Shonai, as well as the scenery of the Sea of Japan. Intended to operate between Niigata and Sakata stations on Fridays, Saturdays, and holidays,[19] the exterior features an orange-and-white colour scheme, inspired by sunset and snow. The set features a different headlight design than older HB-E300 series sets.[20] It was built by Niigata Transys in 2019,[21] and entered revenue service on 5 October 2019.[22]

Formation

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The Kairi set is formed as follows, with car 1 at the Sakata end.[23][20]

Car 1 2 3 4
Numbering HB-E301-6 HB-E300-106 HB-E300-6 HB-E302-6
Seating capacity 30 32 — 24
Accommodation Compartments Event space Dining, observation

Interior

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Each car features different internal facilities. Cars 1 and 3 are equipped with toilets.[23]

  • Car 1 features 2+2 abreast reclining seating throughout; the seats are rotated approximately three degrees toward the windows.
  • Car 2 is a compartment car, featuring eight semi-private compartments with four seats each, as well as a luggage compartment.
  • Car 3 does not feature passenger accommodation; it features a service counter and a space for events.
  • Car 4 is a dining car and features three sets of four-person seating bays, four sets of two-person seating bays, and two sets of two-person bench seats.
  • Open seating (car 1)
    Open seating (car 1)
  • Compartmentalized seating (car 2)
    Compartmentalized seating (car 2)
  • Seating compartment
    Seating compartment
  • Service counter (car 3)
    Service counter (car 3)
  • Diner (car 4)
    Diner (car 4)

2-car Hinabi

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The Hinabi set in October 2023

The two-car Hinabi (ひなび) train for use in Iwate and Aomori was announced by JR East in November 2022.[11] Formerly a Resort Asunaro set, the Hinabi set carries a red-on-white livery inspired by the mountains and rivers.[24] It entered revenue service on 23 December 2023.[25]

Interior

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Car 1 is a "Green car" and consists of semi-compartment seating bays. Car 2 is a standard-class car and consists of 2+2 abreast reclining seating throughout.[26]

  • Interior (car 1)
    Interior (car 1)

2-car Satono

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The two-car Satono set in April 2024

Set AH2, a former Resort Asunaro set, was converted to become the two-car Satono (さとの) train for use in the Fukushima, Miyagi and Yamagata areas.[12][27] The set entered revenue service on 6 April 2024 on the Ban'etsu West Line.[28] Car 1 carries a green livery inspired by the lush green mountains and rice fields in the Tohoku region while Car 2 carries a blue livery inspired by the pure water, clear air and deep sea.[12]

Interior

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Car 1 is a "Green car" with a capacity of 25 passengers that consists of semi-compartment seating bays and three single seats. Car 2 is a standard-class car and consists of 32 reclining seats arranged in a 2+2 configuration and two single reclining seats.[29]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "JR東日本で新型リゾートトレインを投入" [JR East to Introduce New Resort Trains] (in Japanese). Neko Publishing. 3 February 2009. Archived from the original on 6 February 2009. Retrieved 15 May 2010.
  2. ^ a b c JR東日本 HB-E300系 "リゾートビューふるさと" [JR East HB-E300 series "Resort View Furusato"]. Tetsudō Daiya Jōhō Magazine. Vol. 39, no. 316. Japan: Kotsu Shimbun. August 2010. pp. 70–71.
  3. ^ a b c d e HB-E300系 [HB-E300 Series]. Japan Railfan Magazine. Vol. 50, no. 593. Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. September 2010. pp. 61–66.
  4. ^ a b JR東日本 新型リゾートトレインの愛称を決定 [JR East announces brand name for new Resort Train]. Tetsudo Daiya Joho Magazine. Vol. 39, no. 314. Japan: Kotsu Shimbun. June 2010. p. 73.
  5. ^ a b "JR東日本 津軽線・大湊線用HB-E300系の愛称を決定" [JR East announces brand name for Tsugaru & Ōminato Line HB-E300 series]. Tetsudo Daiya Joho Magazine. Vol. 39, no. 315. Japan: Kotsu Shimbun. July 2010. p. 73.
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  10. ^ a b 甲種鉄道車両輸送計画表 [New rolling stock delivery schedules]. Tetsudo Daiya Joho Magazine. Vol. 39, no. 317. Japan: Kotsu Shimbun. September 2010. p. 125.
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  12. ^ a b c JR東日本東北本部，観光列車「SATONO（さとの）」を導入 〜HB-E300系「リゾートあすなろ」を改造〜 [JR East Tohoku Headquarters announces new "Satono" sightseeing train, remodeled from HB-E300 series "Resort Asunaro" trainset]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. 24 November 2022. Archived from the original on 10 December 2022. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
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  14. ^ ＪＲがリゾート新型車両を公開 青森、秋田走るしらかみ [JR unveils new resort train "Shirakami" linking Aomori and Akita]. 47 News (in Japanese). Japan: Press Net Japan Co., Ltd. 24 September 2010. Archived from the original on 27 September 2010. Retrieved 6 January 2014.
  15. ^ a b リゾートしらかみ橅 [Resort Shirakami - Buna]. Japan Railfan Magazine (in Japanese). Vol. 56, no. 664. Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. August 2016. pp. 50–52.
  16. ^ JRリゾートしらかみ新型車両デビュー [JR East's new Shirakami train enters servie]. Tō-Ō Nippō (in Japanese). Japan: The Tō-Ō Nippō Press. 17 July 2016. Archived from the original on 17 July 2016. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
  17. ^ リゾートしらかみにHB-E300系を追加投入 [Additional HB-E300 series to be introduced on Resort Shirakami]. Tetsudo.com (in Japanese). Japan: Asahi Interactive, Inc. 14 May 2015. Archived from the original on 1 December 2017. Retrieved 14 May 2015.
  18. ^ リゾートしらかみ 橅編成 [Resort Shirakami Buna trainset]. Japan Railfan Magazine (in Japanese). Vol. 56, no. 665. Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. September 2016. pp. 57–59.
  19. ^ 観光列車「海里」10月登場 料亭・イタリアンの料理と日本海の景観を車内で JR東日本 [Resort train "Kairi" to be introduced in October by JR East, features a Japanese-style restaurant with a focus on cuisine and scenery of the Sea of Japan]. Traffic News (in Japanese). 28 June 2019. Archived from the original on 6 October 2022. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
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  21. ^ HB-E300系「海里」が甲種輸送される [HB-E300 "Kairi" transported]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. Archived from the original on 10 August 2019. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
  22. ^ HB-E300系「海里」が営業運転を開始 [HB-E300 series "Kairi" begins commercial operation]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. 6 October 2019. Archived from the original on 25 October 2021. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
  23. ^ a b HB-E300系「海里」が公開される [HB-E300 series "Kairi" unveiled]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. 29 October 2019. Archived from the original on 27 May 2022. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
  24. ^ 岩手・青森地区の新しい観光列車「ひなび（陽旅）」に乗った！ [I rode the new "Hinabi" resort train in the Iwate/Aomori area!]. Rail Magazine Special Feature. Japan: Neko Publishing. 22 November 2023. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  25. ^ HB-E300系「ひなび（陽旅）」が営業運転を開始 [HB-E300 series "Hinabi" enters revenue service]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. 24 December 2023. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
  26. ^ JR東日本「SL銀河」が走った釜石線に「ひなび 釜石」12/30から運転 ["Hinabi Kamaishi" train will be running on the Kamaishi Line where JR East's "SL Ginga" formerly ran on 30 December]. Mynavi News (in Japanese). 20 October 2023. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
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  28. ^ "福島の景色楽しんで　JR観光列車「あいづSATONO」運行開始" [JR tourist train "Aizu SATONO" begins operation to enjoy the scenery of Fukushima]. Mainichi Shimbun (in Japanese). Japan: Masato Kitamura. 6 April 2024. Retrieved 12 August 2024.
  29. ^ "JR東日本、新観光列車「SATONO(さとの)」磐越西線・左沢線で運転へ" [JR East to operate new tourist train "SATONO" on Ban'etsu West Line and Aterazawa Line]. Mynavi News (in Japanese). Japan: Mynavi Corporation. 19 January 2024. Retrieved 12 August 2024.
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