© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo JNR 2000
Built by Nippon Sharyo, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo JNR 2000
Discover the JNR 2000 series, a notable EMU that served on the Odakyu Electric Railway in Japan.
This versatile train, part of the Odakyu 2000 class, boasts a formation of 8 cars and a capable top speed of 120 km/h.
Built by esteemed manufacturers like Nippon Sharyo, Kawasaki, and Tokyu Car, the JNR 2000 operates on a 1067 mm gauge and utilizes 1.5 kV DC electric systems.
Each car measures 20 meters in length and 2.86 meters in width, designed for efficient passenger transport.
Experience the legacy of Japanese railway engineering with the JNR 2000.
Learn more about this iconic locomotive and its contributions to rail travel.
Nippon Sharyo JNR 2000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Nippon Sharyo, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 8 cars | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.86 m9 ft 5 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo JNR 2000
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 2000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Odakyu Electric Railway | Odakyu 2000 | Japan |
Nippon Sharyo JNR 2000 photos
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