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Electric multiple unit

Kawasaki JNR E531

Built by Tokyu Car, Kawasaki, JR East

Top speed
130 km/h
81 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
2005–2010

Overview of the Kawasaki JNR E531

Discover the JNR E531, an Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) operating in Japan.

Built by Tokyu Car, Kawasaki, and JR East between 2005 and 2010, this versatile train blends performance and dependability.

Featuring a top speed of 130 km/h and a gauge of 1067 mm, it's ideally suited for the Japanese rail network.

Its 1.5 kV DC electric systems ensure efficient power for daily operations, providing modern and comfortable travel for JR East passengers.

Kawasaki JNR E531 technical specifications

Value
Built byTokyu Car, Kawasaki, JR East · 2005–2010
Top speed130 km/h81 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.97 m9 ft 9 in
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Operators of the Kawasaki JNR E531

Railway companies that have operated the JNR E531, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East E531Japan

Kawasaki JNR E531 photos

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