785 series
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The 785 series (785系) is an AC electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by Hokkaido Railway Company (JR Hokkaido) on Super Kamui and Suzuran limited express services in Hokkaido, Japan, since 1990.[1]
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785 series | |
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In service | 1990–Present |
Manufacturer | Hitachi, Kawasaki Heavy Industries |
Constructed | 1990–2002 |
Refurbished | 2005–2006 |
Number built | 37 vehicles |
Number in service | 37 vehicles (8 sets) |
Formation | 2/5 cars per trainset |
Fleet numbers | NE 1–5, NE 501–502 |
Operators | JR Hokkaido |
Depots | Sapporo |
Specifications | |
Car body construction | Stainless steel |
Car length | 21,620 mm (70 ft 11 in) (end cars), 21,300 mm (69 ft 11 in) (intermediate cars) |
Width | 2,954 mm (9 ft 8.3 in) |
Height | 4,090 mm (13 ft 5 in) |
Doors | 2 per side |
Maximum speed | 130 km/h (80 mph) |
Electric system(s) | 20 kV AC (50 Hz) |
Current collector(s) | Overhead line |
Track gauge | 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in) |
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