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Electric multiple unit

Kinki Sharyo 500 V

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo

Top speed
285 km/h
177 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2008–2010
8 units

Overview of the Kinki Sharyo 500 V

Discover the Shinkansen 500 V, a testament to Japanese railway engineering, built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, and Nippon Sharyo between 2008 and 2010.

This electric multiple unit (EMU) operates under the West Japan Railway Company as the JR West 500 V class, designed for exceptional speed and efficiency on the high-speed rail network.

With a striking top speed of 285 km/h, the 500 V features an 8-car formation (8M) and utilizes a standard gauge of 1435 mm, making it a vital component of Japan's transportation infrastructure.

Its aerodynamic design is evident in its dimensions, measuring 3.38 m in width and 3.69 m in height, all powered by robust 25 kV AC 60 Hz electric systems.

Experience the pinnacle of rail technology with this advanced Shinkansen model.

Kinki Sharyo 500 V technical specifications

Value
SeriesShinkansen 500
Built byHitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 2008–20108 units
Top speed285 km/h177 mph
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 60 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation8 cars (8M)
Width3.38 m11 ft 1 in
Height3.69 m12 ft 1 in

Operators of the Kinki Sharyo 500 V

Railway companies that have operated the 500 V, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
West Japan Railway CompanyJR West 500 VJapan

Kinki Sharyo 500 V photos

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