© trainspo.comTokyu Car 711 series
Built by Hitachi, Tokyu Car, Kawasaki
Overview of the Tokyu Car 711 series
Discover the 711 series EMU, a key part of Japan's Hokkaido Railway Company.
Built by Hitachi, Tokyu Car, and Kawasaki between 1967 and 1980, these trains operate on a 1067 mm gauge.
Each car is 20 meters long, and they reach a top speed of 110 km/h, making them perfectly suited for regional passenger transport.
Powered by 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, the 711 series offers efficient and reliable service across Japanese rail lines.
Tokyu Car 711 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Hitachi, Tokyu Car, Kawasaki · 1967–198038 units | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 3 cars | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in |
Operators of the Tokyu Car 711 series
Railway companies that have operated the 711 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Railway Company | JR Hokkaidō 711 | Japan |
Tokyu Car 711 series photos
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