© trainspo.comHanjin Korail 1000
Built by Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Hanjin, Daewoo
Overview of the Hanjin Korail 1000
Discover the Korail 1000, a modern electric multiple unit (EMU) serving the Korea Railroad Corporation in South Korea.
Built by renowned manufacturers such as Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Hanjin, and Daewoo, this train series boasts a top speed of 110 km/h and a remarkable power output of 2880 kW.
The Korail 1000 is engineered for efficiency, operating on a 1435 mm gauge with a formation of 10 cars, including 6 motor cars.
Equipped with versatile electric systems, supporting both 25 kV AC 50 Hz and 1.5 kV DC, this EMU is a key component of South Korean rail transport.
Hanjin Korail 1000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Hanjin, Daewoo | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Power output | 2,880 kW3,862 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 10 cars (6M) |
Operators of the Hanjin Korail 1000
Railway companies that have operated the Korail 1000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Korea Railroad Corporation | Korail 1000 | South Korea |
Hanjin Korail 1000 photos
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