© trainspo.comKinki Sharyo JNR 321
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Overview of the Kinki Sharyo JNR 321
Explore the JNR 321, a modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) built by Kinki Sharyo in 2005 for the West Japan Railway Company (JR West).
This impressive train boasts a 7-car formation and is capable of reaching a top speed of 120 km/h, making it a reliable choice for passenger transport.
The JNR 321 operates on a 1067 mm gauge track and utilizes a 1.5 kV DC electric system. With a total train length of 140 meters, it's designed for efficiency and performance on JR West's extensive network in Japan.
Kinki Sharyo JNR 321 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kinki Sharyo · 200539 units | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 7 cars | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Train length | 140 m459 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 3.63 m11 ft 11 in | |
| Weight | 232 t511,472 lb |
Operators of the Kinki Sharyo JNR 321
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 321, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| West Japan Railway Company | JR West 321 | Japan |
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