© trainspo.comJR East E231-500
Built by JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car
Overview of the JR East E231-500
Discover the JR East E231-500 series, a prominent electric multiple unit (EMU) that plays a vital role in Japan's railway network.
Manufactured between 2002 and 2005 by industry leaders like JR East, Kawasaki, and Tokyu Car, this series is renowned for its operational efficiency and passenger comfort.
The E231-500 series boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and is configured in 11-car formations, making it perfectly suited for the 1067 mm gauge used across Japan's extensive railway lines.
Powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, these trains offer a smooth and environmentally conscious travel experience for commuters.
These dependable EMUs are a common sight and represent the advanced engineering and modern infrastructure of Japanese railways.
JR East E231-500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | JNR E231 | |
| Built by | JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car · 2002–2005 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 11 cars | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in |
Operators of the JR East E231-500
Railway companies that have operated the E231-500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East E231-500 | Japan |
JR East E231-500 photos
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