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Electric multiple unit

Nippon Sharyo 215 series

Built by Nippon Sharyo

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1992–1993
4 units

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo 215 series

Discover the JR East 215 series, a distinctive electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served Japan's railway network.

Built by Nippon Sharyo between 1992 and 1993, these 10-car formations are designed for a top speed of 120 km/h.

With a gauge of 1067 mm and powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the 215 series offers efficient and reliable passenger transport.

Each car measures 20 meters in length with a width of 2.9 meters, contributing to their operational flexibility.

Nippon Sharyo 215 series technical specifications

Value
Built byNippon Sharyo · 1992–19934 units
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Formation10 cars
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.9 m9 ft 6 in
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Operators of the Nippon Sharyo 215 series

Railway companies that have operated the 215 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East 215Japan

Nippon Sharyo 215 series photos

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