© trainspo.comTokyu Car JNR 485
Built by Kawasaki, Hitachi, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Kinki Sharyo, Kisha
Overview of the Tokyu Car JNR 485
Discover the JNR 485, a legendary Japanese electric multiple unit that operated from 1968 to 1987.
Built by prominent manufacturers such as Kawasaki and Hitachi, this series became a cornerstone for East Japan Railway Company, Kyushu Railway Company, and West Japan Railway Company. Its robust design and reliability made it a preferred choice for passenger transport.
With a top speed of 140 km/h and a track gauge of 1067 mm, the JNR 485 was capable of running on various electrical systems, including 1.5 kV DC and 20 kV AC at 60 Hz, showcasing its remarkable versatility.
Its dimensions, measuring 2.95 meters in width and 3.94 meters in height, reflect the functional design typical of trains from that era, prioritizing passenger comfort and safety during journeys.
Tokyu Car JNR 485 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | JNR 485 | |
| Built by | Kawasaki, Hitachi, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Kinki Sharyo, Kisha · 1968–1987 | |
| Top speed | 140 km/h87 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 3.94 m12 ft 11 in |
Operators of the Tokyu Car JNR 485
Railway companies that have operated the JNR 485, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East 485 | Japan |
| Kyushu Railway Company | JR Kyushu 485 | Japan |
| West Japan Railway Company | JR West 485 | Japan |
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