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Electric multiple unit

Kawasaki JNR 381

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1973–1982

Overview of the Kawasaki JNR 381

Explore the JNR 381, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) from Japan.

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, and Kinki Sharyo between 1973 and 1982, this Japanese locomotive measures 2.92 meters in width and 3.38 meters in height.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and operating under a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the JNR 381 is a testament to Japanese railway engineering.

Operating on the West Japan Railway Company network, this 1067 mm gauge machine is recognizable by its car length of 21.3 meters.

Kawasaki JNR 381 technical specifications

Value
Built byHitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo · 1973–1982
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length21.3 m69 ft 11 in
Width2.92 m9 ft 7 in
Height3.38 m11 ft 1 in
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Operators of the Kawasaki JNR 381

Railway companies that have operated the JNR 381, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
West Japan Railway CompanyJR West 381Japan

Kawasaki JNR 381 photos

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