© trainspo.comKinki Sharyo Nankai 7100
Built by Kinki Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Kinki Sharyo Nankai 7100
Discover the Nankai 7100 series, an iconic EMU from Japan's Nankai Electric Railway.
Built between 1969 and 1973 by Kinki Sharyo and Tokyu Car, these trains were essential to the railway network.
Featuring a 1067 mm gauge and 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the Nankai 7100 embodies the engineering and reliability of its era.
Explore the history and lasting legacy of this notable train series, a significant part of Japanese rail transport.
Kinki Sharyo Nankai 7100 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kinki Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1969–1973 | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in |
Operators of the Kinki Sharyo Nankai 7100
Railway companies that have operated the Nankai 7100, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Nankai Electric Railway | Nankai 7100 | Japan |
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