Hankyu 2000 series

The Hankyu 2000 series (阪急電鉄2000系) was an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated in Japan by the private railway operator Hankyu Railway since 1960. It was the recipient of the inaugural Laurel Prize presented by the Japan Railfan Club in 1961.

Variants

The 2000 series included the following types.

• 2021 series (later reclassified 2071 series)
• 2100 series

Interior

Passenger accommodation consisted of longitudinal bench seating throughout.

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  Laurel Prize Award plaque

Withdrawal and resale

The 2100 series cars were withdrawn between 1983 and 1985, and four-car sets was sold to the Nose Electric Railway, classified as 1500 series. The 2000 series cars were withdrawn between 1989 and 1992, and four-car sets was sold to the Nose Electric Railway, classified as 1700 series.

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  Nose Electric Railway 1700 series set 1757 in 2006

References

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