© trainspo.comKinki Sharyo JNR 253-1000
Built by Kinki Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Kinki Sharyo JNR 253-1000
Discover the JNR 253-1000, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) with a rich history in Japanese railway transport.
Built by Kinki Sharyo and Tokyu Car, this series is known for its reliability and performance.
Operating with a top speed of 130 km/h and a gauge of 1067 mm, the JNR 253-1000 faithfully served the East Japan Railway Company (JR East).
Each car, measuring 2.95 meters in length, is engineered for efficiency and runs on 1.5 kV DC electric systems.
A significant piece of Japanese railway heritage, ready to carry passengers through scenic landscapes.
Kinki Sharyo JNR 253-1000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | JNR 253 | |
| Built by | Kinki Sharyo, Tokyu Car | |
| Top speed | 130 km/h81 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in |
Operators of the Kinki Sharyo JNR 253-1000
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 253-1000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East 253-1000 | Japan |
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