© trainspo.comJR West JNR 221
Built by JR West, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo
Overview of the JR West JNR 221
Discover the JNR 221, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train that has served Japan with distinction.
Built by esteemed manufacturers like JR West, Hitachi, Kawasaki, and Kinki Sharyo, this series showcases robust engineering and reliable performance.
With a top speed of 120 km/h and a track gauge of 1067 mm, the JNR 221 is well-suited for the Japanese rail network.
Its dimensions, including a car length of 20 meters, a width of 2.95 meters, and a height of 4.14 meters, highlight its practical design for passenger transport.
Operating on a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the JNR 221 has been a staple for the West Japan Railway Company, contributing significantly to its operations.
JR West JNR 221 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | JNR 221 | |
| Built by | JR West, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 4.14 m13 ft 7 in |
Operators of the JR West JNR 221
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 221, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| West Japan Railway Company | JR West 221 | Japan |
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