Tokyu Car JNR 117 series

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

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1979–1986

Overview of the Tokyu Car JNR 117 series

Discover the JNR 117 series, an Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) renowned for its service in Japan, particularly with the Central Japan Railway Company as the JR Central 117 class.

Built between 1979 and 1986 by prominent manufacturers like Kawasaki and Kinki Sharyo, these trains are a testament to Japanese engineering.

With a top speed of 110 km/h and operating on a 1067 mm gauge, the JNR 117 series is designed for efficient and reliable passenger transport.

Measuring 20 meters in car length, 2.9 meters in width, and 4.07 meters in height, these EMUs are powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems.

Explore the history and specifications of this iconic Japanese locomotive.

Tokyu Car JNR 117 series technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1979–1986
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
Car length	20 m65 ft 7 in	65 ft 7 in
Width	2.9 m9 ft 6 in	9 ft 6 in
Height	4.07 m13 ft 4 in	13 ft 4 in