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Electric multiple unit

FHI Tobu 850

Built by FHI, Tokyu Car

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1963–1983

Overview of the FHI Tobu 850

Discover the Tobu 850, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that served the Tōbu Railway Co., Ltd. in Japan. This classic train, part of the broader Tobu 8000 series, was built between 1963 and 1983 by FHI and Tokyu Car.

Designed for a 1067 mm gauge, the Tobu 850 boasts a respectable top speed of 110 km/h. It operated in a versatile 3-car formation, making it an efficient choice for passenger transport.

Powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems, this EMU played a significant role in Japanese railway history. Its dimensions, measuring 2.85 meters in width and 4.2 meters in height, contributed to its distinct presence.

FHI Tobu 850 technical specifications

Value
SeriesTobu 8000
Built byFHI, Tokyu Car · 1963–1983
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Formation3 cars
Width2.85 m9 ft 4 in
Height4.2 m13 ft 9 in

Operators of the FHI Tobu 850

Railway companies that have operated the Tobu 850, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Tōbu Railway Co., Ltd.Tobu 850Japan

FHI Tobu 850 photos

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