Alna Chichibu 5000

Built by Nippon Sharyo, Kawasaki, Hitachi, Alna

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1968–1976

Overview of the Alna Chichibu 5000

Explore the Chichibu 5000, an iconic EMU from the Chichibu Railway Co., Ltd. in Japan.

This electric multiple unit, built between 1968 and 1976 by renowned manufacturers Nippon Sharyo, Kawasaki, Hitachi, and Alna, received a significant refurbishment in 1999.

Operating on a 1067 mm gauge and reaching a top speed of 100 km/h, the 3-car formation of the Chichibu 5000 ensures reliable and efficient passenger transport.

Each car measures 20 meters in length, with a width of 2.79 meters and a height of 4.04 meters, showcasing robust Japanese railway engineering.

The Chichibu 5000 represents a blend of performance and practicality, designed for everyday journeys on Japan's railway network.

Alna Chichibu 5000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Nippon Sharyo, Kawasaki, Hitachi, Alna · 1968–1976
Refurbished	1999
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
Formation	3 cars
Car length	20 m65 ft 7 in	65 ft 7 in
Width	2.79 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in
Height	4.04 m13 ft 3 in	13 ft 3 in