© trainspo.comKinki Sharyo JNR 117 series
Built by Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Kinki Sharyo JNR 117 series
Discover the JNR 117 series, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that has graced the railway lines of Japan.
Constructed between 1979 and 1986 by renowned manufacturers like Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, this series is recognized for its robust and reliable design.
Featuring a top speed of 110 km/h and a gauge of 1067 mm, the JNR 117 series has faithfully served the Central Japan Railway Company, identified as JR Central 117.
Its dimensions, including a car length of 20 meters, a width of 2.9 meters, and a height of 4.07 meters, have enabled efficient operation across various routes.
Powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems, this series has played a significant role in Japan's railway transportation landscape.
Kinki Sharyo JNR 117 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1979–1986 | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.9 m9 ft 6 in | |
| Height | 4.07 m13 ft 4 in |
Operators of the Kinki Sharyo JNR 117 series
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 117 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Central Japan Railway Company | JR Central 117 | Japan |
Kinki Sharyo JNR 117 series photos
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