Hitachi Nagoya Subway 5000

Built by Nippon Sharyo, Hitachi

Top speed

65 km/h

40 mph

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Overview of the Hitachi Nagoya Subway 5000

Discover the Nagoya Subway 5000, an Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) serving the Nagoya Municipal Subway lines in Japan.

Built by Nippon Sharyo and Hitachi, this reliable and efficient train operates on a 1435 mm gauge, a standard measure facilitating integration within broader rail networks.

The Nagoya Subway 5000 is configured in 6-car formations, with each car measuring 15.58 meters long, 2.51 meters wide, and 3.44 meters high, optimized for the urban environment.

Powered by a 600 V DC electric system, it ensures smooth and environmentally friendly operation, with a top speed of 65 km/h, ideal for frequent stops in densely populated areas like Nagoya.

Hitachi Nagoya Subway 5000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Nippon Sharyo, Hitachi
Top speed	65 km/h40 mph	40 mph
Electric systems	600 V DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	6 cars
Car length	15.58 m51 ft 1 in	51 ft 1 in
Width	2.51 m8 ft 3 in	8 ft 3 in
Height	3.44 m11 ft 3 in	11 ft 3 in