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Nippon Sharyo 700-7000

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo

Top speed
285 km/h
177 mph
Power output
6,600 kW
8,851 hp
Length
204.7 m
671 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1999

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo 700-7000

Discover the JR West 700-7000 series, a remarkable EMU (Electric Multiple Unit) from Japan.

This Shinkansen family train, specifically from the 700 series, was built by renowned manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki, with its initial production in 1999.

Boasting a top speed of 285 km/h, it offers a substantial capacity of 571 seats distributed across its 8-car formation, making it ideal for high-speed passenger transport.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm, this impressive train measures 204.7 meters in length and operates on 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, drawing a significant power output of 6600 kW.

Experience the efficiency and comfort of this iconic Japanese high-speed train.

Nippon Sharyo 700-7000 technical specifications

Value
Series700
FamilyShinkansen
Built byHitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 1999
Top speed285 km/h177 mph
Power output6,600 kW8,851 hp
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation8 cars
Capacity571 seats
Train length204.7 m671 ft 7 in
Width3.38 m11 ft 1 in
Height3.69 m12 ft 1 in

Operators of the Nippon Sharyo 700-7000

Railway companies that have operated the 700-7000, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
West Japan Railway CompanyJR West 700-7000Japan

Nippon Sharyo 700-7000 photos

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