© trainspo.comTokyu Car E233-2000
Built by JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Tokyu Car E233-2000
Discover the JR East E233-2000 series electric multiple unit, a modern workhorse of Japan's rail network.
Built by JR East, Kawasaki, and Tokyu Car starting in 2006, this EMU operates on a 1067 mm gauge track.
With a top speed of 120 km/h and powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the E233-2000 series is designed for efficiency and reliability.
Each car measures 20 meters in length and 2.95 meters in width, making it a versatile addition to commuter and suburban routes across East Japan.
Tokyu Car E233-2000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | E233 | |
| Built by | JR East, Kawasaki, Tokyu Car · 2006 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in |
Operators of the Tokyu Car E233-2000
Railway companies that have operated the E233-2000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East E233-2000 | Japan |
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