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The 800 series (800系) is a Japanese Shinkansen high-speed train type operated by JR Kyushu on the Kyushu Shinkansen high-speed rail line. Built by Hitachi the trains were introduced on the Tsubame services from March 2004.The 800 series has a maximum speed of 260 km/h (160 mph) in service although its maximum design speed is 285 km/h (177 mph).