Shin-Keisei 8800 series
Data (as of 12 Oct 2024)
| Status: | Near Threatened |
| Constructed in: | 1986-91 |
| Number built: | 96 |
| Registered: | 72 |
History
The 8800 series was the first train in Kanto region to have inverter-controlled traction (except some experimental trains). Twelve eight-carriage units were introduced in total, but all of them were rearranged to 16 six-car units by 2013, and some intermediate carriages were converted to front carriages.
They were used for through-services to Hokuso Line until 1992. Instead, they have been used for through-services to Keisei Chiba Line since 2006.
Current Operations & Future Prospects
The 8800 series trains are used on Shin-Keisei and Keisei Chiba Lines. Some of them are due to be replaced with 80000 series within years.
