Kawasaki JNR 100-K

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

Top speed

275 km/h

171 mph

Length

152 m

498 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1984–1991

Overview of the Kawasaki JNR 100-K

Discover the JNR 100-K, a significant member of the Shinkansen family, specifically the 100 series.

Built between 1984 and 1991 by renowned manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki, this Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) represents a key era in Japanese high-speed rail.

The 100-K series, operated by West Japan Railway Company, reached a top speed of 275 km/h, offering a comfortable journey with a capacity of 394 seats across its 6-car formation.

Measuring 152 meters in length, this train boasts a width of 3.38 meters and a height of 4 meters, utilizing a 1435 mm gauge and powered by 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems.

Refurbished between 2002 and 2004, the JNR 100-K provided efficient and reliable service, contributing to the evolution of Japan's iconic bullet train network.

Kawasaki JNR 100-K technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	100 shinkansen
Family	Shinkansen
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1984–1991
Refurbished	2002 - 2004
Top speed	275 km/h171 mph	171 mph
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	6 cars
Capacity	394 seats
Train length	152 m498 ft 8 in	498 ft 8 in
Width	3.38 m11 ft 1 in	11 ft 1 in
Height	4 m13 ft 1 in	13 ft 1 in