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Electric multiple unit

JR East JNR E531

Built by Tokyu Car, Kawasaki, JR East

Top speed
130 km/h
81 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
2005–2010

Overview of the JR East JNR E531

Discover the JNR E531, a modern electric multiple unit series operated by JR East in Japan.

These powerful trains are designed for the 1067 mm gauge and reach a top speed of 130 km/h.

Built between 2005 and 2010 by renowned manufacturers like Tokyu Car and Kawasaki, the E531 is known for its reliable performance and efficiency.

With a car length of 20 meters and a width of 2.97 meters, they are optimally designed for Japanese railway operations and utilize a 1.5 kV DC electric system.

JR East JNR E531 technical specifications

Value
Built byTokyu Car, Kawasaki, JR East · 2005–2010
Top speed130 km/h81 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.97 m9 ft 9 in
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Operators of the JR East JNR E531

Railway companies that have operated the JNR E531, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East E531Japan

JR East JNR E531 photos

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