© trainspo.comHitachi JNR 811
Built by Kinki Sharyo, JR Kyushu, Hitachi
Overview of the Hitachi JNR 811
Discover the JNR 811, a versatile Japanese Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that has been a staple of rail transport in Japan.
Built by Kinki Sharyo, JR Kyushu, and Hitachi between 1989 and 1993, these trains are a familiar sight, serving the Kyushu Railway Company.
With a respectable top speed of 120 km/h and a gauge of 1067 mm, the JNR 811 exemplifies efficiency and reliability in Japanese railway operations.
Experience the dependable performance of this iconic Japanese train.
Hitachi JNR 811 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kinki Sharyo, JR Kyushu, Hitachi · 1989–1993 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in |
Operators of the Hitachi JNR 811
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 811, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kyushu Railway Company | JR Kyushu 811 | Japan |
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