© trainspo.comMukogawa Hanshin 5261
Built by Mukogawa
Overview of the Mukogawa Hanshin 5261
Explore the Hanshin 5261, an electric multiple unit (EMU) built by Mukogawa in 1967 for the Hanshin Electric Railway in Japan.
This notable locomotive boasts a length of 18.88 meters, with a width of 2.8 meters and a height of 4.07 meters, showcasing a functional and efficient design.
Operating on a 1435 mm gauge and powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the Hanshin 5261 was engineered for a top speed of 110 km/h, making it a capable vehicle for urban and suburban transit.
A piece of Japanese railway history, the Hanshin 5261 exemplifies the robust engineering and dependable performance characteristic of its era.
Mukogawa Hanshin 5261 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Mukogawa · 196714 units | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Car length | 18.88 m61 ft 11 in | |
| Width | 2.8 m9 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 4.07 m13 ft 4 in |
Operators of the Mukogawa Hanshin 5261
Railway companies that have operated the Hanshin 5261, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hanshin Electric Railway | Hanshin 5261 | Japan |
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