© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo L0 Series
Built by Mitsubishi, Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo L0 Series
Experience the future of high-speed travel with the L0 Series, a marvel of Japanese engineering.
Built by Mitsubishi and Nippon Sharyo between 2011 and 2020, this cutting-edge maglev train represents the pinnacle of railway technology.
This electric multiple unit (EMU) boasts an impressive length of 299 meters and a width of 2.9 meters, engineered for breathtaking speeds of up to 550 km/h.
Operated by the Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central), the L0 Series is a testament to innovation and efficiency, set to redefine high-speed journeys in Japan and across the globe.
Nippon Sharyo L0 Series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Mitsubishi, Nippon Sharyo · 2011–20201 units | |
| Top speed | 550 km/h342 mph | |
| Track gauge | maglev | |
| Train length | 299 m981 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 2.9 m9 ft 6 in | |
| Height | 3.1 m10 ft 2 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo L0 Series
Railway companies that have operated the L0 Series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Central Japan Railway Company | JR Central L0 | Japan |
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