© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo 500 V
Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo 500 V
Discover the exceptional 500 V, an iconic high-speed electric multiple unit (EMU) representing the pinnacle of Japanese railway engineering.
Manufactured between 2008 and 2010 by leading companies like Hitachi and Kawasaki, this Shinkansen 500 series train is a distinguished asset of the West Japan Railway Company.
Boasting a remarkable top speed of 285 km/h and a sleek 8-car formation with all cars powered (8M), the 500 V offers unparalleled acceleration and a supremely smooth passenger experience.
Engineered for efficiency and punctuality with advanced 25 kV AC 60 Hz electric systems and a 1435 mm standard gauge, these locomotives are a testament to cutting-edge rail technology, gracefully traversing Japan.
Experience the blend of speed, comfort, and sophisticated design that defines the Shinkansen 500 series, an enduring symbol of Japanese innovation in rail travel.
Nippon Sharyo 500 V technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Shinkansen 500 | |
| Built by | Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 2008–20108 units | |
| Top speed | 285 km/h177 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 8 cars (8M) | |
| Width | 3.38 m11 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 3.69 m12 ft 1 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo 500 V
Railway companies that have operated the 500 V, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| West Japan Railway Company | JR West 500 V | Japan |
Nippon Sharyo 500 V photos
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