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Electric multiple unit

JR East E127-0

Built by JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1995–1998
25 units

Overview of the JR East E127-0

Explore the E127-0, a sleek and efficient Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for Japanese railways.

This series, built by JR East, Kawasaki, and Tokyu Car between 1995 and 1998, exemplifies reliability and performance.

The E127-0 boasts a top speed of 110 km/h and operates on a 1067 mm gauge track, common in Japan.

Its typical formation is 2 cars, each 20 meters long and 2.8 meters wide, making it well-suited for regional lines and local infrastructure.

Powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, this locomotive is a vital component of the transport network, serving with the East Japan Railway Company in the JR East KuHa E126 and JR East KuMoHa E127 classes.

JR East E127-0 technical specifications

Value
SeriesE127
Built byJR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car · 1995–199825 units
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Formation2 cars
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.8 m9 ft 2 in

Operators of the JR East E127-0

Railway companies that have operated the E127-0, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East KuHa E126Japan
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East KuMoHa E127Japan

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