JR Shikoku 8000 series
The  is a tilting limited express electric multiple unit (EMU) train operated by Shikoku Railway Company (JR Shikoku) in Shikoku, Japan, since 1992. Operations
 Ishizuchi
 Shiokaze

Formations
As of 1 October 2013, 48 vehicles were in service, formed as 3- and 5-car sets, as shown below. 3-car sets

Prototype set S1

Cars 6 and 8 are each fitted with one S-PS59 lozenge-type pantograph. The pantograph on car 8 was removed in 2010. This set were retired from service by March 2018. Sets S2–S6

Cars 6 and 8 are each fitted with one S-PS59 lozenge-type pantograph. The pantograph on car 8 was removed between 2010 and 2011. Car 7 is removed from formations during off-peak seasons between 2011 and 2018. 5-car sets L1–L6

 Half of car 1 includes Green car (first class) seating. Cars 1 and 3 are each fitted with one S-PS59 lozenge-type pantograph. History

The prototype set, S1, was delivered in May 1992, and entered revenue service on 19 September 1992. On 8 August 1992, set 8001 achieved a speed of  in a special test run. The subsequent fleet of full-production sets entered service from 18 March 1993. The entire fleet underwent life-extension refurbishment between 2004 and 2006. In May 2023, JR Shikoku announced that the fleet would undergo another programme of refurbishment. The sets are planned to receive a new livery based on that of the newer 8600 series, as well as wheelchair spaces, power outlets, updated seating moquette, and Western-style toilets. Treated "S" sets are planned to enter revenue service from December 2023, and treated "L" sets are planned to enter revenue service from August 2024. Livery variations

References

External links

 JR Shikoku information 

Electric multiple units of Japan
Shikoku Railway Company
Train-related introductions in 1992
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Tilting trains
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