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Nippon Sharyo JNR 211-0 series

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,009 mm
Narrow gauge
Years built
1985

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo JNR 211-0 series

Discover the JNR 211-0 series, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that served Japan's railways.

Built by renowned manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki, these trains were introduced in 1985 and are characterized by their 1009 mm gauge and a top speed of 120 km/h.

Each car measures 20 meters in length and 2.95 meters in width, designed to operate on 1.5 kV DC electric systems.

The JNR 211-0 series played a significant role in the East Japan Railway Company's operations, contributing to efficient passenger transportation across Japan.

Nippon Sharyo JNR 211-0 series technical specifications

Value
SeriesJNR 211
Built byHitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1985
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,009 mmNarrow gauge3 ft 3¾ in
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in
Width2.95 m9 ft 8 in
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Operators of the Nippon Sharyo JNR 211-0 series

Railway companies that have operated the JNR 211-0 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East 211-0Japan

Nippon Sharyo JNR 211-0 series photos

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