Tokaido Shinkansen new vehicle "N700S" mass production vehicle unveiled

Tokaido Shinkansen new model "N700S" mass production first unveiled 17:04, June 13

Before the commercial operation started on the 1st of next month, a test ride event of the new Tokaido Shinkansen "N700S" was held on the 13th.

The "N700S", which debuts on the 1st of next month, is the first full model change for the Tokaido Shinkansen in 13 years. At the test ride on the 13th, the "mass production car" used in actual commercial operation was unveiled for the first time ..

On the Shinkansen platform at Tokyo Station, a 16-car "N700S" appeared, and at around 10am, we left the Shin-Osaka Station with participants such as the press.

The maximum operating speed of the "N700S" is 285 km/h, which is the same as before, but compared to conventional vehicles, it has the characteristics of improved riding comfort such as reduced noise and air resistance.

The equipment and environment inside the car have also been greatly improved, and all seats are equipped with electrical outlets, and the seats also have a reclining function that moves the backrest and seat surface together.

In addition, a lighting system has been introduced to prevent misplacement of luggage racks, and the toilets inside the car are up to 20% larger, which improves convenience and comfort.

Masayuki Ueno, Deputy General Manager of JR Tokai Shinkansen Railway Business Headquarters, said, "The rolling stock that symbolizes the new era of the Tokaido Shinkansen has been completed. Since the new coronavirus has greatly reduced the number of Shinkansen users, the introduction of the N700S has reduced the number of users. But I hope it will increase."

Consider full-scale sales overseas

The "N700S" will be the first model change in 13 years as a Tokaido Shinkansen vehicle.

JR Tokai has been developing for the second Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, and since 2018, two years ago, running tests with test vehicles have been continued.

In addition, the new type of vehicle was developed with a view to full-scale sales overseas, and it is possible to build a variety of vehicles such as 12 cars and 8 cars other than the 16 car formation which is the basic of the Tokaido Shinkansen Has become.