Kawasaki 700-B (16 cars)

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo

Top speed

285 km/h

177 mph

Power output

13,200 kW

17,701 hp

Length

204.7 m

671 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2001–2005

15 units

Overview of the Kawasaki 700-B (16 cars)

Discover the 700-B, a high-speed EMU designed for the West Japan Railway Company. As part of the renowned Shinkansen family, this train boasts a top speed of 285 km/h.

This impressive model features a 16-car formation, providing a generous capacity of 1323 seats, making it ideal for mass transit.

Built between 2001 and 2005 by leading Japanese manufacturers, the 700-B exemplifies advanced engineering with a length of 204.7 meters.

It operates on a 1435 mm gauge and is powered by a 25 kV AC 60 Hz electric system, delivering a formidable 13200 kW of power.

Kawasaki 700-B (16 cars) technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	700
Family	Shinkansen
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 2001–200515 units
Top speed	285 km/h177 mph	177 mph
Power output	13,200 kW17,701 hp	17,701 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 60 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	16 cars
Capacity	1323 seats
Train length	204.7 m671 ft 7 in	671 ft 7 in
Width	3.38 m11 ft 1 in	11 ft 1 in
Height	3.69 m12 ft 1 in	12 ft 1 in