© trainspo.comHitachi H5
Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki
Overview of the Hitachi H5
Discover the JR Hokkaido H5 series, an advanced EMU based on the Shinkansen E5 family.
This impressive train, operated by the Hokkaido Railway Company, boasts a top speed of 320 km/h, making it a key player in Japan's high-speed rail network.
Built by Hitachi and Kawasaki between 2014 and 2015, each formation consists of 10 cars, designed for the standard 1435 mm gauge and operating on 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems.
Experience the future of rail travel with the H5 series, synonymous with efficiency and modern design.
Hitachi H5 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | E5/H5 | |
| Family | Shinkansen | |
| Built by | Hitachi, Kawasaki · 2014–20154 units | |
| Top speed | 320 km/h199 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 10 cars |
Operators of the Hitachi H5
Railway companies that have operated the H5, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Railway Company | JR Hokkaidō H5 | Japan |
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