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Electric multiple unit

Hitachi JNR 207-2000

Built by JR West, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1991–2003

Overview of the Hitachi JNR 207-2000

Discover the JNR 207-2000, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that served with distinction on Japan's railways. This versatile train played a crucial role in commuter and regional services, embodying efficiency and reliability.

Built between 1991 and 2003 by leading Japanese manufacturers like JR West, Hitachi, Kawasaki, and Kinki Sharyo, the JNR 207-2000 is a testament to Japanese engineering prowess. Its robust design and operational capabilities made it a familiar sight across the network.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and operating on a 1067 mm gauge, this EMU was perfectly suited for the challenging Japanese rail infrastructure. Each car measures 20 meters in length, contributing to its configuration flexibility.

The JNR 207-2000 utilized a 1.5 kV DC electric system, a common standard that ensured seamless integration with existing power lines. Experience the legacy of this significant Japanese train.

Hitachi JNR 207-2000 technical specifications

Value
SeriesJNR 207
Built byJR West, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo · 1991–2003
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.95 m9 ft 8 in

Operators of the Hitachi JNR 207-2000

Railway companies that have operated the JNR 207-2000, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
West Japan Railway CompanyJR West 207-2000Japan

Hitachi JNR 207-2000 photos

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