Kinki Sharyo JNR 211-0 series

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

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Track gauge

1,009 mm

Narrow gauge

Years built

1985

Overview of the Kinki Sharyo JNR 211-0 series

Explore the JNR 211-0 series, a notable electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served Japan's railways.

Built by prominent manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki in 1985, these trains are designed for efficient passenger transport.

Featuring a top speed of 120 km/h, they were a key part of the East Japan Railway Company's fleet.

The JNR 211-0 series operates on a 1009 mm gauge and utilizes 1.5 kV DC electric systems, showcasing robust engineering for its era.

With a car length of 20 meters and a width of 2.95 meters, these EMUs are a significant part of Japanese railway history.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	JNR 211
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1985
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,009 mmNarrow gauge3 ft 3¾ in	3 ft 3¾ in
Car length	20 m65 ft 7 in	65 ft 7 in
Width	2.95 m9 ft 8 in	9 ft 8 in