Hitachi JNR 103

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1963–1984

Overview of the Hitachi JNR 103

Discover the JNR 103, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) that has left its mark on Japanese railway history.

Built between 1963 and 1984 by renowned manufacturers like Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, this locomotive is celebrated for its dependability and adaptability.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and a gauge of 1067 mm, the JNR 103 served with major rail operators including East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and West Japan Railway Company (JR West).

Its specifications, including a car length of 19.5 meters, a width of 2.8 meters, and a height of 3.94 meters, along with its 1.5 kV DC electric systems, make it a noteworthy piece of railway heritage.

Hitachi JNR 103 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	JNR 103
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1963–1984
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
Car length	19.5 m64 ft 0 in	64 ft 0 in
Width	2.8 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in
Height	3.94 m12 ft 11 in	12 ft 11 in