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Electric multiple unit

Kawasaki JNR 3000 Kobe

Built by Kawasaki

Top speed
80 km/h
50 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge

Overview of the Kawasaki JNR 3000 Kobe

Explore the JNR 3000 Kobe, an Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that served the Japanese railway network.

This notable train was manufactured by Kawasaki and operated by the Kōbe Electric Railway Co., Ltd., forming part of the Shintetsu 3000 class.

With a top speed of 80 km/h and utilizing a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the JNR 3000 Kobe was a vital component of public transportation.

Its 1067 mm gauge is a hallmark of Japanese railways, underscoring its operational context in Japan.

Delve into the history of this captivating electric locomotive, a significant example of Japanese railway engineering.

Kawasaki JNR 3000 Kobe technical specifications

Value
Built byKawasaki
Top speed80 km/h50 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in

Operators of the Kawasaki JNR 3000 Kobe

Railway companies that have operated the JNR 3000 Kobe, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Kōbe Electric Railway Co., Ltd.Shintetsu 3000Japan

Kawasaki JNR 3000 Kobe photos

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