373 series

The 373 series (373系) is an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type operated by Central Japan Railway Company (JR Central) on mid-distance limited express and Home Liner services in Japan since October 1995.

373 series
373 series on a Fujikawa service, April 2023
In service1 October 1995  present
ManufacturerHitachi, Nippon Sharyo
Replaced165 series
Constructed1995–1996
Number built42 vehicles (14 sets)
Number in service42 vehicles (14 sets)
Formation3 cars per trainset
Fleet numbersF1–F14
Capacity180
OperatorsJR Central
DepotsShizuoka
Specifications
Car body constructionStainless steel
Car length21,300 mm (69 ft 11 in)
Width2,947 mm (9 ft 8.0 in)
Height4,020 mm (13 ft 2 in)
DoorsSliding doors (2 pairs per side)
Maximum speed120 km/h (75 mph)
Traction systemGTO-VVVF (Toshiba)
Electric system(s)1,500 V DC overhead line
Current collector(s)Pantograph
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)
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