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Electric multiple unit

Hitachi 500 V

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo

Top speed
285 km/h
177 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2008–2010
8 units

Overview of the Hitachi 500 V

Explore the Shinkansen 500 V, a remarkable series of electric multiple units (EMU) trains.

Built between 2008 and 2010 by leading manufacturers like Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, and Nippon Sharyo, this high-speed train reaches an impressive top speed of 285 km/h.

The Shinkansen 500 V features an efficient 8-car formation (8M) and operates on a 1435 mm gauge. Its dimensions are 3.38 m in width and 3.69 m in height, powered by 25 kV AC 60 Hz electric systems.

Proudly operated by the West Japan Railway Company (JR West), the 500 V exemplifies cutting-edge Japanese engineering in rail transportation.

Hitachi 500 V technical specifications

Value
SeriesShinkansen 500
Built byHitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 2008–20108 units
Top speed285 km/h177 mph
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 60 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation8 cars (8M)
Width3.38 m11 ft 1 in
Height3.69 m12 ft 1 in
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Operators of the Hitachi 500 V

Railway companies that have operated the 500 V, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
West Japan Railway CompanyJR West 500 VJapan

Hitachi 500 V photos

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