© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo 205-3000 series
Built by Tokyu Car, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Hitachi, Kinki Sharyo
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo 205-3000 series
Explore the impressive 205-3000 series EMU, a masterpiece of engineering from the East Japan Railway Company.
These trains, built by renowned manufacturers like Tokyu Car, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Hitachi, and Kinki Sharyo, are known for their reliability and performance.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a gauge of 1067 mm, the 205 series effortlessly handles the demands of the Japanese rail network.
Operating on 1.5 kV DC, the 205-3000 series represents modern and efficient rail transport technology, built on a rich tradition.
Nippon Sharyo 205-3000 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | 205 | |
| Built by | Tokyu Car, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Hitachi, Kinki Sharyo | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo 205-3000 series
Railway companies that have operated the 205-3000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East 205-3000 | Japan |
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