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Electric multiple unit

Kawasaki E231-1000

Built by JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
2002–2005

Overview of the Kawasaki E231-1000

Discover the E231-1000, a prominent electric multiple unit (EMU) serving Japan's extensive rail network.

Operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR East), this series is a testament to modern railway engineering, built between 2002 and 2005 by leading manufacturers including JR East, Kawasaki, and Tokyu Car.

The E231-1000 features a 1067 mm gauge and a top speed of 120 km/h, making it a reliable and efficient workhorse for passenger transport.

Its electrical systems are designed for 1.5 kV DC, ensuring smooth and dependable operation. Explore stunning visuals of this important train and delve into its technical specifications.

This locomotive is a key component of the JR East E231-1000 class, known for its performance and integration into Japan's sophisticated public transportation system.

Kawasaki E231-1000 technical specifications

Value
SeriesJNR E231
Built byJR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car · 2002–2005
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Width2.95 m9 ft 8 in

Operators of the Kawasaki E231-1000

Railway companies that have operated the E231-1000, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East E231-1000Japan

Kawasaki E231-1000 photos

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