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Kinki Sharyo JNR 211-1000 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 211-1000 series

Discover the JNR 211-1000 series, a reliable electric multiple unit designed for passenger transport in Japan.

Built by renowned manufacturers including Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car starting in 1985, this series has served with the East Japan Railway Company.

Operating on a 1009 mm gauge, the JNR 211-1000 series boasts a top speed of 120 km/h, making it an efficient part of Japan's rail network.

Each car measures 20 meters in length and 2.95 meters in width, powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems. This series is a popular choice for daily commuting.

Kinki Sharyo JNR 211-1000 series technical specifications

Value
SeriesJNR 211
Built byHitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1985
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,009 mmNarrow gauge3 ft 3¾ in
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.95 m9 ft 8 in

Operators of the Kinki Sharyo JNR 211-1000 series

Railway companies that have operated the JNR 211-1000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East 211-1000Japan

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