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Electric multiple unit

Tokyu Car 183 series

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

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge

Overview of the Tokyu Car 183 series

Discover the impressive 183 series electric multiple units (EMU), an iconic train that played a significant role in Japan's railway network.

These trains, built by renowned manufacturers such as Hitachi, Nippon Sharyo, and Kawasaki, are characterized by their reliability and efficiency. With a top speed of 120 km/h and a gauge of 1067 mm, they were perfectly suited for the Japanese infrastructure.

The 183 series was operated by both JR East and JR West, contributing to the success of various important train lines in Japan. Their distinctive design and technical specifications make them a beloved subject among railway enthusiasts.

Experience the history and technical elegance of the 183 series, a true symbol of Japanese railway engineering.

Tokyu Car 183 series technical specifications

Value
SeriesJNR 183
Built byHitachi, Nippon Sharyo, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car, Kinki Sharyo
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Width2.95 m9 ft 8 in

Operators of the Tokyu Car 183 series

Railway companies that have operated the 183 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East 183Japan
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East 189Japan
West Japan Railway CompanyJR West 183Japan

Tokyu Car 183 series photos

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