Nippon Sharyo JNR 485

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

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1968–1987

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo JNR 485

Explore the iconic JNR 485 electric multiple unit, a significant piece of Japanese railway engineering.

Built between 1968 and 1987 by renowned manufacturers like Kawasaki, Hitachi, and others, this versatile train served major operators including East Japan Railway Company, Kyushu Railway Company, and West Japan Railway Company.

With a top speed of 140 km/h and a gauge of 1067 mm, the JNR 485 was designed for efficiency and reliability across Japan's diverse rail network.

Its advanced electric systems, capable of handling both 1.5 kV DC and 20 kV AC 60 Hz, allowed for broad operational flexibility.

Standing at 3.94 meters high and 2.95 meters wide, this robust EMU embodies a key era of innovation and performance in Japanese railway history.

Nippon Sharyo JNR 485 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	JNR 485
Built by	Kawasaki, Hitachi, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Kinki Sharyo, Kisha · 1968–1987
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC 20 kV AC 60 Hz
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
Width	2.95 m9 ft 8 in	9 ft 8 in
Height	3.94 m12 ft 11 in	12 ft 11 in