© trainspo.comKinki Sharyo N700-5000
Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Kinki Sharyo N700-5000
Explore the JR West N700-5000, an electric multiple unit Shinkansen that embodies high-speed rail excellence in Japan.
This train, part of the esteemed N700 series, signifies modernity and dependability, engineered for an exceptional travel experience.
Boasting a top speed of 300 km/h and a 16-car formation, the N700-5000 delivers both efficiency and comfort.
Manufactured by leading companies including Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, and Nippon Sharyo between 2007 and 2016, this locomotive represents a significant technological achievement.
Operated by the West Japan Railway Company, the JR West N700-5000 is the perfect choice for discovering Japan at breathtaking speeds with first-class service.
Kinki Sharyo N700-5000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | N700 | |
| Family | Shinkansen | |
| Built by | Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 2007–201616 units | |
| Top speed | 300 km/h186 mph | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 16 cars |
Operators of the Kinki Sharyo N700-5000
Railway companies that have operated the N700-5000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| West Japan Railway Company | JR West N700-5000 | Japan |
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