Hitachi Fukuoka Subway 1000 series

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Weight

224 t

493,835 lb

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1981–1986

18 units

Overview of the Hitachi Fukuoka Subway 1000 series

Discover the Fukuoka Subway 1000 series, an iconic part of Japanese public transport.

These electric multiple units (EMU), built between 1981 and 1986 by renowned manufacturers like Hitachi and Kawasaki, have served the Fukuoka City Subway lines, offering efficient and reliable service.

With a car length of 20 meters and a standard formation of 6 cars, the 1000 series reaches a top speed of 90 km/h. Featuring a 1067 mm gauge, these electric trains operate with 1.5 kV DC systems, showcasing their advanced technology for their time.

Refurbished between 1997 and 2004, these units maintain a weight of 224 tons and compact dimensions (width 2.86 m, height 4.13 m), ideal for urban environments. The 1000 series represents a piece of railway history, contributing to the development and mobility of Fukuoka city.

Hitachi Fukuoka Subway 1000 series technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1981–198618 units
Refurbished	1997 - 2004 (18)
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
Formation	6 cars
Car length	20 m65 ft 7 in	65 ft 7 in
Width	2.86 m9 ft 5 in	9 ft 5 in
Height	4.13 m13 ft 7 in	13 ft 7 in
Weight	224 t493,835 lb	493,835 lb