© trainspo.comDaewoo 5000
Built by Hyundai Rotem, Daewoo
Overview of the Daewoo 5000
Discover the 5000 series EMU, a robust electric multiple unit that served the Korea Railroad Corporation, also known as Korail 5000.
Built by Hyundai Rotem and Daewoo between 1996 and 2006, this train operates on a standard gauge of 1435 mm.
It boasts a top speed of 110 km/h and utilizes advanced electric systems, including 25 kV AC 50 Hz and 1.5 kV DC, delivering a substantial power output of 4400 kW.
This locomotive exemplifies South Korean railway engineering, blending reliability and efficiency for passenger transport.
Explore the capabilities of the 5000 series, a testament to optimized design and powerful performance on the rails.
Daewoo 5000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Hyundai Rotem, Daewoo · 1996–2006 | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Power output | 4,400 kW5,900 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in |
Operators of the Daewoo 5000
Railway companies that have operated the 5000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Korea Railroad Corporation | Korail 5000 | South Korea |
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