1953
73 years ago
InnovationJapan
First Run of Japan's Romancecar
Odakyu Electric Railway
Tokyo
June 3, 1953
Summary
Odakyu Electric Railway introduced its pioneering 3000 series SE Romancecar, setting new speed records.
Full Story
On June 3 1953 the Odakyu 3000 series SE began limited-express service between Shinjuku and Odawara. With its streamlined nose and 300-series bogies, the train reached 145 km/h, the fastest speed recorded on a narrow-gauge line at the time. The technology later influenced the design of Japan's first Shinkansen trains.
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Quick Facts
- Date
- June 3, 1953
- Event Type
- Innovation
- Country
- Japan
- Years Ago
- 73
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