385 series

Japanese electric multiple unit train type

385 series
Replaced383 series
OperatorsThe logo of the Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central). JR Central

The 385 series (385系, 385-kei) is a tilting electric multiple unit (EMU) train type on order by Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central).

Overview

Details of the 385 series were first announced by JR Central on 20 July 2023.[1] The 385 series is intended to replace the ageing 383 series fleet on Shinano limited express services. They will feature an improved pendular tilt system, which will allow for faster speeds on curves.[2] A pre-production 8-car set is scheduled to be completed in 2026, with full production scheduled to commence in 2029.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b JR東海「385系」新型特急車両の量産先行車、次世代振子制御技術も [JR Central to introduce "385 series" pre-production sets featuring next-generation tilting technology]. Mynavi News (in Japanese). 20 July 2023. Retrieved 20 July 2023.
  2. ^ 特急しなの新型車両「385系」量産先行車新製へ [Limited express Shinano's new "385 series" pre-production sets to be constructed]. Tetsudo Shimbun (in Japanese). 20 July 2023. Retrieved 20 July 2023.
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