315 series

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315 series
ManufacturerNippon Sharyo
Replaced211 series, 213 series, 311 series
Entered serviceMarch 2022 (planned)
Number under construction352 cars
Formation4/8 cars per set
Operator(s)JR logo (central).svg JR Central
Line(s) servedTokaido Main Line, Chuo Main Line, Kansai Main Line
Specifications
Car body constructionStainless steel
Doors3 pairs per side
Electric system(s)1,500 V DC overhead catenary
Current collection methodPantograph
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)

The 315 series (315系, 315-kei) is a future suburban electric multiple unit (EMU) train type to be introduced by Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) in the Nagoya and Shizuoka areas.

Formation[]

The fleet will consist of 42 four-car sets and 23 eight-car sets.[1]

Interior[]

The interior will feature passenger information displays and security cameras.[2]

History[]

JR Central has ordered 352 cars as a replacement for the 211, 213, and 311 series trains operating since the late 1980s.[3]

References[]

  1. ^ Burroughs, David (4 February 2021). "JR Central orders 65 trains from Nippon Sharyo". railjournal.com. Simmons-Boardman Publishing. Retrieved 26 April 2021.
  2. ^ "JR東海，315系の外観デザインを発表". Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Japan: Koyusha Co., Ltd. 8 January 2021. Archived from the original on 26 April 2021. Retrieved 26 April 2021.
  3. ^ "JR東海315系の投入スケジュール。初年度は8両編成を7編成". tabiris.com (in Japanese). 31 January 2021. Archived from the original on 26 April 2021. Retrieved 26 April 2021.
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