© trainspo.comKawasaki JNR 901
Built by Kawasaki, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Kawasaki JNR 901
Explore the JNR 901, an electric multiple unit (EMU) that has left its mark on Japanese railway history.
Built by Kawasaki and Tokyu Car in 1992, this impressive locomotive operates on a 1067 mm track gauge, serving the East Japan Railway Company.
With a top speed of 110 km/h and a 10-car formation, the JNR 901 represents reliability and efficiency in passenger transport.
Its substantial dimensions, featuring a car length of 20 meters and a width of 2.87 meters, reflect its robust and comfortable design.
Kawasaki JNR 901 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | JNR 209 | |
| Built by | Kawasaki, Tokyu Car · 1992 | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 10 cars | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.87 m9 ft 5 in |
Operators of the Kawasaki JNR 901
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 901, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East 209-900 | Japan |
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East 901 | Japan |
Kawasaki JNR 901 photos
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