JR Shikoku 3600 series
| 3600 series | |
|---|---|
 A 3600 series set in June 2026 | |
| In service | 2026–present |
| Manufacturer | Kinki Sharyo |
| Constructed | 2025– |
| Entered service | 27 June 2026 |
| Number under construction | 66 vehicles (33 sets) |
| Number built | 4 vehicles (2 sets) |
| Formation | 2 cars per trainset |
| Capacity | 272 (88 seated) per set |
| Operator | .svg.png){kind=logo} JR Shikoku |
| Depot | Tokushima[1] |
| Lines served | |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Stainless steel[3] |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h (62 mph)[4] |
| Prime mover | SA6D140HE-3 (1 per car)[1] |
| Engine type | Turbo-diesel[1] |
| Power output | 331 kW (444 hp) per engine[1] |
The 3600 series (3600系) is a hybrid diesel multiple unit (DMU) train type operated by Shikoku Railway Company (JR Shikoku) in Japan.[5]
Overview
JR Shikoku announced plans to introduce new hybrid trainsets in February 2024. The new trains are planned to replace ageing diesel railcars used on local services. Construction will be carried out by Kinki Sharyo.[5]
In December 2025, JR Shikoku formally announced the 3600 series fleet.[6]
The 3600 series began revenue service on the Mugi Line on 27 June 2026.[7]
Design
These are the first hybrid trainsets to be operated by JR Shikoku.[4]
Formation
Sets are formed as shown below.[3][1]
| Designation | Mc2 | Mc1 |
|---|---|---|
| Numbering | 3600 | 3650 |
| Capacity (total/seated) |
142/49 | 130/39 |
- The Mc1 car has a toilet and a wheelchair space.
Interior
Passenger accommodation consists of mostly longitudinal seating with some transverse seating bays in the Mc2 car.[3]
History
Two pre-production 2-car sets were delivered from the Kinki Sharyo plant in December 2025;[8] thirty-three full-production trainsets are planned to be produced beginning in fiscal 2027.[4]
References
- 1 2 3 4 5 JR四国「3600系」新型車両を公開、量産先行車4両導入へ - 画像74枚 [JR Shikoku unveils new "3600 series" trains, introducing four pre-production cars - 74 photos]. Mynavi News (in Japanese). 23 December 2025. Retrieved 23 December 2025.
- 1 2 3 "JR四国，新形ハイブリッド式ローカル車両「3600系」の営業運転を6月27日から開始" [JR Shikoku to begin commercial operation of new hybrid local train "3600 series" from June 27th]. Japan Railfan Magazine (in Japanese). 29 April 2026. Retrieved 29 April 2026.
- 1 2 3 JR四国、ハイブリッド式の新型車両を導入 - 量産先行車2編成製造へ [JR Shikoku to introduce new hybrid trains - two pre-production trains to be manufactured]. Mynavi News (in Japanese). 14 February 2024. Retrieved 4 December 2025.
- 1 2 JR四国，ハイブリッド式のローカル用車両を導入へ [JR Shikoku to introduce hybrid local trains]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). 14 February 2024. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
- ↑ 「ほぼロングシート」の新型車両が来年6月デビュー！ 車内の床は木目調に 国鉄型気動車を順次置き換え JR四国 [JR Shikoku to debut new "almost long seat" trains in June next year! Wood-grain interior floors to replace JNR-type diesel railcars]. Traffic News (in Japanese). Mediavague. 10 December 2025. Retrieved 10 December 2025.
- ↑ "JR四国3600系が営業運転を開始" [JR Shikoku 3600 series begins conmercial operation]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha. 28 June 2026. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
- ↑ JR四国向け新形ハイブリッド気動車3600系が甲種輸送される [New 3600 series hybrid railcars for JR Shikoku delivered]. Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha. 19 December 2025. Retrieved 18 December 2025.
