Kinki Sharyo 289 series

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

2001–2011

Overview of the Kinki Sharyo 289 series

Discover the JR West 289 series, a modern EMU designed by Hitachi, Kawasaki, and Kinki Sharyo.

Built between 2001 and 2011, this series showcases advanced engineering and was later refurbished in 2015.

Operating on the 1067 mm gauge and utilizing 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the 289 series is a reliable workhorse for West Japan Railway Company.

Explore the efficiency and performance of this notable Japanese electric multiple unit.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	JNR 683
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo · 2001–2011
Refurbished	2015
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in

Railway companies that have operated the 289 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
West Japan Railway Company	JR West 289	Japan

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