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Electric multiple unit

Kinki Sharyo 205-1200 series

Built by Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge

Overview of the Kinki Sharyo 205-1200 series

Discover the robust JR East 205-1200 series EMU, a prominent electric multiple unit that has served the railway network of Japan.

Renowned for its reliable performance and widespread use, this series is a testament to Japanese engineering excellence.

Built by esteemed manufacturers like Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, the 205-1200 series boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and operates on a 1067 mm gauge.

Its 1.5 kV DC electric system ensures efficient power utilization for passenger and freight transport.

Experience the legacy of the 205-1200 series EMU and its significant contribution to Japanese rail travel.

Kinki Sharyo 205-1200 series technical specifications

Value
Series205
Built byKinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in

Operators of the Kinki Sharyo 205-1200 series

Railway companies that have operated the 205-1200 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East 205-1200Japan

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