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Kawasaki JNR 211-5000 series

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

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1985

Overview of the Kawasaki JNR 211-5000 series

Explore the JNR 211-5000 series, a prominent Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that has served Japan with distinction.

This series, built by renowned manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki, boasts a top speed of 110 km/h and operates on a 1067 mm gauge. Its robust design includes a car length of 20 meters and a width of 2.95 meters, ensuring efficient passenger transport.

Powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the JNR 211-5000 series has been a reliable workhorse for the Central Japan Railway Company, identified as JR Central 211-5000. This series entered service in 1985, contributing significantly to the railway network.

Discover the engineering excellence and operational history of this important Japanese locomotive.

Kawasaki JNR 211-5000 series technical specifications

Value
SeriesJNR 211
Built byHitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1985
Top speed110 km/h68 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 JNR 211-5000 series

Railway companies that have operated the JNR 211-5000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Central Japan Railway CompanyJR Central 211-5000Japan

Kawasaki JNR 211-5000 series photos

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