A mountain-route design
The Hokuriku route combines steep gradients with power-frequency changes. Kawasaki treats traction, braking and dual-frequency equipment as linked route requirements.
신칸센
Sister design to E7. Check the operator or set marking.
W7 · W formation; JR West representative data, 2025
JR West publishes its W7 specification separately from JR East’s E7. The representative train mass is tied to the 2025 source; individual sets and later alterations require their own records.
| 편성 · 차량 수 / M / T | 12 cars |
|---|---|
| 편성 질량 | 542.1 t · representative train |
| 속도 | 260 km/h |
M은 동력차, T는 무동력차입니다. 수치는 1편성 기준입니다.
W7 · joint E7/W7 engineering account, 2016
| Traction-unit organisation | Five units: 3 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 3 cars |
|---|---|
| Gradient capability | Traction and braking designed for 30‰ gradients |
| Power-frequency compatibility | 50 and 60 Hz equipment |
The Hokuriku route combines steep gradients with power-frequency changes. Kawasaki treats traction, braking and dual-frequency equipment as linked route requirements.
For a seat with both a window and direct aisle access, choose the single-seat side of GranClass. The official chart numbers six rows and shows which seat stands alone.
| GranClass | Car 12 | 1 + 2 |
|---|
Seat plans and sources · JR東日本 · GranClass
확인일 2026-11-07