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Electric multiple unit

Kawasaki 205-1200 series

Built by Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge

Overview of the Kawasaki 205-1200 series

Discover the reliable JR East 205-1200 series, a workhorse of Japan's extensive railway network.

This EMU (Electric Multiple Unit) is known for its robust design and efficient operation on the 1067 mm gauge, serving the needs of the East Japan Railway Company.

Built by esteemed manufacturers like Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, the 205-1200 series boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and operates on 1.5 kV DC electric systems, making it a staple for daily commuters and travelers.

Explore the efficiency and enduring legacy of this classic Japanese locomotive.

Kawasaki 205-1200 series technical specifications

Value
Series205
Built byKinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in

Operators of the Kawasaki 205-1200 series

Railway companies that have operated the 205-1200 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East 205-1200Japan

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