© trainspo.comTokyu Car E231-1000
Built by JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Tokyu Car E231-1000
Experience the E231-1000 series, a modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) serving Japan's East Japan Railway Company.
Built between 2002 and 2005 by prominent manufacturers like Kawasaki and Tokyu Car, this train embodies efficiency and reliability in rail transport.
Featuring a top speed of 120 km/h and a width of 2.95 meters, the E231-1000 is expertly designed for Japanese rail networks.
Operating on a 1067 mm gauge and powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, it's a vital part of passenger transportation across the region, ensuring punctual and safe journeys.
Tokyu Car E231-1000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | JNR E231 | |
| Built by | JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car · 2002–2005 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in |
Operators of the Tokyu Car E231-1000
Railway companies that have operated the E231-1000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East E231-1000 | Japan |
Tokyu Car E231-1000 photos
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