© trainspo.comKawasaki N700-5000
Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Kawasaki N700-5000
Explore the N700-5000 Shinkansen, a flagship high-speed train of the JR West network in Japan.
This model, part of the Shinkansen family and the N700 series, represents innovation and performance in rail transport.
Built by industry leaders such as Hitachi and Kawasaki, the N700-5000 is designed to reach an impressive speed of 300 km/h, ensuring fast and comfortable journeys.
With its 16-car formation and 1435 mm standard gauge, it offers optimal passenger capacity while utilizing advanced 25 kV AC 60 Hz electrical systems.
The N700-5000 Shinkansen exemplifies Japanese railway excellence, combining cutting-edge technology with reliability for travelers.
Kawasaki N700-5000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | N700 | |
| Family | Shinkansen | |
| Built by | Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 2007–201616 units | |
| Top speed | 300 km/h186 mph | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 16 cars |
Operators of the Kawasaki N700-5000
Railway companies that have operated the N700-5000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| West Japan Railway Company | JR West N700-5000 | Japan |
Kawasaki N700-5000 photos
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