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Electric multiple unit

Kawasaki E233-5000

Built by JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
2010

Overview of the Kawasaki E233-5000

Explore the E233-5000, a modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) serving the East Japan Railway Company.

This locomotive is designed for efficient passenger transport with a car length of 20 meters and a width of 2.95 meters, ensuring a comfortable journey.

Engineered with a 1067 mm gauge, the E233-5000 is capable of reaching a top speed of 120 km/h.

It operates on a 1.5 kV DC electric system and was built by JR East, Kawasaki, and Tokyu Car starting in 2010, making it a reliable and high-performing choice for Japanese rail operations.

Discover the robust performance and passenger-focused design of the E233-5000 series EMU.

Kawasaki E233-5000 technical specifications

Value
SeriesE233
Built byJR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car · 2010
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.95 m9 ft 8 in

Operators of the Kawasaki E233-5000

Railway companies that have operated the E233-5000, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East E233-5000Japan

Kawasaki E233-5000 photos

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