© trainspo.comKawasaki 200
Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Kawasaki 200
Experience the JR East 200, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) from Japan, part of the renowned Shinkansen family.
Built between 1980 and 1986 by leading manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki, this high-speed train has undergone significant refurbishments between 1999 and 2002, ensuring its continued operational excellence.
Capable of reaching a top speed of 275 km/h, the 200 exemplifies advanced Japanese railway engineering and design.
Measuring 25 meters in car length, 3.38 meters in width, and 4.41 meters in height, it is engineered for efficiency on standard gauge tracks of 1435 mm.
Its reliable 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric system powers its journeys across the network.
Serving the East Japan Railway Company, the 200 remains a vital component of Japan's efficient and modern public transportation system.
Kawasaki 200 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Family | Shinkansen | |
| Built by | Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1980–198666 units | |
| Refurbished | 1999 - 2002 (66) | |
| Top speed | 275 km/h171 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Car length | 25 m82 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 3.38 m11 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 4.41 m14 ft 6 in |
Operators of the Kawasaki 200
Railway companies that have operated the 200, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East 200 | Japan |
Kawasaki 200 photos
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