© trainspo.comOverview of the JNR 105-500
Discover the JNR 105-500, a significant Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that served Japan's railways.
This versatile train, part of the JR West 105-500 class, is renowned for its operational history with the West Japan Railway Company.
Built by JNR, this EMU boasts a top speed of 100 km/h, making it a reliable performer on its 1067 mm gauge tracks.
With dimensions of 2.87 meters wide and 3.67 meters high, and powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the JNR 105-500 represents a key piece of Japanese railway engineering.
JNR 105-500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | JNR 105 | |
| Built by | JNR | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.87 m9 ft 5 in | |
| Height | 3.67 m12 ft 0 in |
Operators of the JNR 105-500
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 105-500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| West Japan Railway Company | JR West 105-500 | Japan |
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