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Electric multiple unit

Kawasaki Keikyu 2100 series

Built by Kawasaki, Tokyu Car

Top speed
130 km/h
81 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1987
10 units

Overview of the Kawasaki Keikyu 2100 series

Discover the Keikyu 2100 series, a distinguished Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train operated by Keihin Kyūkō in Japan.

Built by Kawasaki and Tokyu Car starting in 1987, this series is renowned for its speed and capacity.

The Keikyu 2100 series boasts a top speed of 130 km/h and can accommodate up to 942 passengers, making it an efficient choice for urban and intercity travel.

Each train is configured as an 8-car formation (4M4T), featuring a standard gauge of 1435 mm, a car length of 18 meters, and powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems.

Refurbished in 2013, these trains continue to serve with reliability and comfort, embodying modern Japanese railway engineering.

Explore the sleek design and impressive performance of the Keikyu 2100 series, a testament to Japanese railway innovation.

Kawasaki Keikyu 2100 series technical specifications

Value
Built byKawasaki, Tokyu Car · 198710 units
Refurbished2013
Top speed130 km/h81 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation8 cars (4M4T)
Capacity942 seats
Car length18 m59 ft 1 in
Width2.83 m9 ft 3 in
Height4.03 m13 ft 3 in

Operators of the Kawasaki Keikyu 2100 series

Railway companies that have operated the Keikyu 2100 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Keihin KyūkōKeikyu 2100Japan

Kawasaki Keikyu 2100 series photos

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