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Electric multiple unit

Tokyu Car 205-1200 series

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

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

Overview of the Tokyu Car 205-1200 series

Discover the impressive 205-1200 series, an electric multiple unit (EMU) engineered for efficiency and reliability on Japan's rail network.

This distinguished model, part of the JR East 205-1200 classification, showcases advanced Japanese railway technology.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and a 1067 mm gauge, the 205-1200 series is ideally suited for the diverse landscapes and operational demands of East Japan Railway Company.

Its 1.5 kV DC electric systems ensure smooth and sustainable performance for passengers and freight alike.

Built by leading manufacturers including Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, this series embodies superior craftsmanship and enduring quality.

Explore the technical sophistication and operational excellence of the 205-1200 series, a vital component of Japan's transportation infrastructure.

Tokyu Car 205-1200 series technical specifications

Value
Series205
Built byKinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in

Operators of the Tokyu Car 205-1200 series

Railway companies that have operated the 205-1200 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East 205-1200Japan

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