© trainspo.comHitachi Tobu 60000
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Overview of the Hitachi Tobu 60000
Discover the Tobu 60000, a modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for Japan's railway network.
Built by Hitachi and entering service in 2013, this sleek train was developed for Tōbu Railway Co., Ltd.
Featuring a 6-car formation and a 1067 mm gauge, the Tobu 60000 boasts a top speed of 120 km/h, ensuring efficient and comfortable journeys for passengers.
Its dimensions of 2.8 m width and 4.05 m height highlight its optimized engineering for the network.
Powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, this locomotive represents a powerful and reliable solution for rail passenger transport in Japan.
The Tobu 60000 stands as an excellent example of innovation in passenger train technology.
Hitachi Tobu 60000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Hitachi · 2013 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 6 cars | |
| Width | 2.8 m9 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 4.05 m13 ft 3 in |
Operators of the Hitachi Tobu 60000
Railway companies that have operated the Tobu 60000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tōbu Railway Co., Ltd. | Tobu 60000 | Japan |
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