>>1439897test was conducted by modifying the 203 cowcatcher to simulate E217's dimension and ground clearance. Test will be conducted on three longest rail line in Jakarta. with the two is currently under development for further electrification.
result : modified cowcatcher hits old unused platform stair at Cilebut Station & damaged.
due to former Musashino Line 205s will completed all deliveries in this middle 2020, KCI seriously studying the possibility and preparing for E217 operational in Jakarta in haste, with optional plan of purchasing Tokyo Metro 8000 series to Jakarta.
also, due to Japan refuses to transfer Suica payment technology, KCI is also studying alternative method of faring for E217 operations in Jakarta.
