© trainspo.comHitachi JNR 311 series
Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Hitachi JNR 311 series
Explore the JNR 311 series, a notable EMU (Electric Multiple Unit) that has served Japan's rail network.
Built between 1989 and 1991 by prominent manufacturers including Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, and Nippon Sharyo, this series showcases robust engineering.
Designed for efficiency, the JNR 311 series operates on a 1.5 kV DC electric system and can reach a top speed of 120 km/h, making it well-suited for passenger transit.
This model features a 4-car formation and utilizes a 1067 mm gauge, a common standard in Japan, ensuring smooth operation on its designated routes.
Operated by the Central Japan Railway Company, also known as JR Central, the 311 series exemplifies Japanese railway technology, contributing to efficient and reliable passenger transportation.
Hitachi JNR 311 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 1989–199115 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 4 cars |
Operators of the Hitachi JNR 311 series
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 311 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Central Japan Railway Company | JR Central 311 | Japan |
Hitachi JNR 311 series photos
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