HB-E220 series

HB-E220 series
HB-E220 series 2-car set in January 2026
In service2025–present
Manufacturer
ReplacedKiHa 100 series, KiHa 110 series
Entered service1 December 2025
Number under construction
  • 27 vehicles
    • 12 × 2-car
    • 3 x 1-car
Number built
  • 5 vehicles
    • 2 × 2-car
    • 1 x 1-car
Formation1/2 cars per unit
Capacity
  • 243 (2-car unit)
  • 103 (Single-car unit)
Operator JR East
Lines served
Specifications
Car body constructionStainless steel
Car length20,600 mm (67 ft 7 in)
Width2,800 mm (9 ft 2 in)
Height3,640 mm (11 ft 11 in)
Doors3 per side
Maximum speed100 km/h (62 mph)
Notes/references
Specifications:

The HB-E220 series (Japanese: HB-E220系) is a hybrid diesel multiple unit (DMU) train type operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) on services in the Takasaki and Morioka areas of Japan. 32 vehicles are to be built to replace ageing KiHa 100 series and KiHa 110 series DMUs.