YC1 series
The is a hybrid diesel-electric multiple unit (DMU) train type operated by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) in Japan since 14 March 2020. One two-car train was delivered in June 2018 for testing in preparation for full production and entry into revenue service. Interior. The interior features LED lighting and four-language passenger information displays. Seating consists of a mix of longitudinal seating and seating bays. Technical specifications. The car bodies are made out of stainless steel. The train is equipped with a storage battery, which can be charged with the regenerated power from braking. History . The first set was delivered in June 2018, and is based at Sasebo depot. The set was used in a test run on the Nagasaki Main Line and Sasebo Line in March 2019. Revenue service began on 14 March 2020. Further six cars were delivered in 2020.