Fujikyu 2000 series


The Fujikyu 2000 series was a DC electric multiple unit train type operated by the private railway operator Fuji Kyuko on Fujisan Limited Express limited-stop services on the Fujikyuko Line in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, from February 2002 until February 2016.

Design

The two three-car trains was converted from the former JR East 165 series Panorama Express Alps Joyful Train excursion set purchased by Fujikyu in 2001 following its withdrawal by JR East.

Operations

The 2000 series trains operated on Fujisan Limited Express limited-stop services on the 26.6 km Fujikyuko Line in Yamanashi Prefecture, which runs between and alongside the operator's 8000 series set introduced in July 2014, which replaced one of the original two 2000 series sets.

Formation

The three-car sets were formed as shown below, with car 1 at the Fujisan end.
Car No.123
DesignationTscM'sMsc
Numbering200x210x210x

History

Set 2002 was repainted into its original JR East Panorama Express Alps livery in 2013 ahead of its withdrawal.
The last remaining 2000 series set, 2001, was withdrawn after its final run on 7 February 2016. It was replaced by a new three-car Fujikyu 8500 series EMU introduced on Fujisan View Express services.