© trainspo.comKinki Sharyo N700-8000
Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo
Overview of the Kinki Sharyo N700-8000
Experience the future of rail travel with the N700-8000 Shinkansen.
This modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) is a proud member of the Kyushu Railway Company fleet in Japan, designed for swift and efficient journeys.
Reach incredible speeds of up to 300 km/h, making it a leader in high-speed rail technology.
Its elegant 8-car formation offers passengers exceptional comfort and style as they traverse the 1435 mm gauge tracks.
Built between 2010 and 2012 by esteemed manufacturers Hitachi, Kawasaki, and Kinki Sharyo, the N700-8000 embodies Japanese engineering prowess, powered by 25 kV AC 60 Hz electric systems.
Kinki Sharyo N700-8000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | N700 | |
| Family | Shinkansen | |
| Built by | Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo · 2010–201211 units | |
| Top speed | 300 km/h186 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 8 cars |
Operators of the Kinki Sharyo N700-8000
Railway companies that have operated the N700-8000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kyushu Railway Company | JR Kyushu N700-8000 | Japan |
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