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Electric multiple unit

JR East E233-0

Built by JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
2006–2008

Overview of the JR East E233-0

Discover the E233-0, a versatile electric multiple unit (EMU) that serves as a cornerstone of Japan's rail network, proudly operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East).

Engineered for efficiency, this robust train boasts a top speed of 120 km/h. Its car length of 20 meters and width of 2.95 meters are perfectly optimized for Japanese infrastructure, utilizing a 1067 mm gauge.

Built between 2006 and 2008 by JR East, Kawasaki, and Tokyu Car, the E233-0 operates on a 1.5 kV DC electric system. This model signifies a notable advancement in modern railway transport, blending reliability with performance for Japanese commuters and travelers.

JR East E233-0 technical specifications

Value
SeriesE233
Built byJR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car · 2006–2008
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.95 m9 ft 8 in

Operators of the JR East E233-0

Railway companies that have operated the E233-0, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East E233-0Japan

JR East E233-0 photos

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