© trainspo.comHitachi Osaka Municipal Subway New 20 se
Built by Alna, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Hitachi Osaka Municipal Subway New 20 se
Discover the Osaka Municipal Subway New 20 series, a prominent EMU (Electric Multiple Unit) that has served the vibrant Ōsaka Municipal Subway system.
Built between 1990 and 1998 by esteemed manufacturers like Alna, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, these trains are a testament to Japanese engineering and reliability.
Operating on a 1435 mm gauge, the New 20 series utilizes 750 V DC third rail for its electric systems, ensuring efficient and smooth operation throughout the extensive subway network.
This class, officially designated as the Osaka Subway 20, has been a crucial part of urban transportation in Japan, providing essential service to countless commuters.
Hitachi Osaka Municipal Subway New 20 se technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Alna, Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1990–1998 | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in |
Operators of the Hitachi Osaka Municipal Subway New 20 se
Railway companies that have operated the Osaka Municipal Subway New 20 se, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Ōsaka Municipal Subway | Osaka Subway 20 | Japan |
Hitachi Osaka Municipal Subway New 20 se photos
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