Kinki Sharyo JNR 381

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1973–1982

Overview of the Kinki Sharyo JNR 381

Explore the JNR 381, an impressive Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) series built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, and Kinki Sharyo between 1973 and 1982.

This locomotive boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and operates on a 1067 mm gauge, making it a significant part of the West Japan Railway Company's fleet, classified as JR West 381.

With a car length of 21.3 meters, a width of 2.92 meters, and a height of 3.38 meters, the JNR 381 is well-suited for its operational environment.

Its electric systems utilize 1.5 kV DC, contributing to its efficiency and performance on Japanese railway lines. Discover more about this notable Japanese EMU series.

Kinki Sharyo JNR 381 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo · 1973–1982
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
Car length	21.3 m69 ft 11 in	69 ft 11 in
Width	2.92 m9 ft 7 in	9 ft 7 in
Height	3.38 m11 ft 1 in	11 ft 1 in