© trainspo.comJNR 115 series
Built by JNR
Overview of the JNR 115 series
Discover the versatile 115 series EMU, a robust electric multiple unit that has served Japan's railways with distinction.
Manufactured by JNR between 1963 and 1983, the 115 series is renowned for its adaptability and widespread use across various railway companies.
With a top speed of 110 km/h and operating on a 1067 mm gauge, this reliable train utilizes 1.5 kV DC electric systems, making it a foundational element of commuter and regional rail networks.
Key operators include East Japan Railway Company (JR East 115), West Japan Railway Company (JR West 115-2000), and Shinano Railway (Shinatetsu 115), showcasing its enduring operational significance.
JNR 115 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | JNR · 1963–19831,921 units | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in |
Operators of the JNR 115 series
Railway companies that have operated the 115 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East 115 | Japan |
| Shinano Railway | Shinatetsu 115 | Japan |
| West Japan Railway Company | JR West 115-2000 | Japan |
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