© trainspo.comKinki Sharyo 700-B (16 cars)
Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Kinki Sharyo 700-B (16 cars)
Discover the JR West 700-3000, a distinguished member of the Shinkansen family.
This high-speed electric multiple unit (EMU) boasts a sleek design and impressive performance.
Constructed between 2001 and 2005 by leading manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki, the 700-B (16 cars) is built for efficiency and comfort.
With a remarkable top speed of 285 km/h and a spacious capacity of 1323 seats, it offers an exceptional travel experience.
This 16-car formation, measuring 204.7 meters in length, operates on a 1435 mm gauge and is powered by a robust 13200 kW electric system.
The 700-B (16 cars) is a testament to Japanese engineering prowess in the realm of high-speed rail transportation.
Kinki Sharyo 700-B (16 cars) technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | 700 | |
| Family | Shinkansen | |
| Built by | Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 2001–200515 units | |
| Top speed | 285 km/h177 mph | |
| Power output | 13,200 kW17,701 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 16 cars | |
| Capacity | 1323 seats | |
| Train length | 204.7 m671 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 3.38 m11 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 3.69 m12 ft 1 in |
Operators of the Kinki Sharyo 700-B (16 cars)
Railway companies that have operated the 700-B (16 cars), with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| West Japan Railway Company | JR West 700-3000 | Japan |
Kinki Sharyo 700-B (16 cars) photos
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