Hitachi JNR 211-3000 series

Discover the JNR 211-3000 series electric multiple unit (EMU), a significant part of Japan's railway heritage.

Built by prominent manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki starting in 1985, this series was designed for efficiency and reliability on the Japanese rail network.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and a track gauge of 1009 mm, the JNR 211-3000 series played a vital role in passenger transportation for East Japan Railway Company (JR East).

Its robust construction and 1.5 kV DC electric system underscore its capability to serve diverse routes.

This EMU, with a car length of 20 meters and a width of 2.95 meters, represents a classic era of Japanese train design.