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Hitachi JNR 211-5000 series

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

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1985

Overview of the Hitachi JNR 211-5000 series

Explore the JNR 211-5000 series, a notable Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) operating in Japan.

These trains have been in service since 1985, built by prominent manufacturers including Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car.

Designed with a gauge of 1067 mm and a top speed of 110 km/h, they are a key part of the Central Japan Railway Company's (JR Central) fleet.

Each car measures 20 meters in length and 2.95 meters in width, powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems.

The JNR 211-5000 series represents a significant chapter in Japanese railway history, offering dependable transportation.

Hitachi JNR 211-5000 series technical specifications

Value
SeriesJNR 211
Built byHitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1985
Top speed110 km/h68 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
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Operators of the Hitachi JNR 211-5000 series

Railway companies that have operated the JNR 211-5000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Central Japan Railway CompanyJR Central 211-5000Japan

Hitachi JNR 211-5000 series photos

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