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Overview of the Hitachi Tokyo Metro 15000
Explore the Tokyo Metro 15000 series, a modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) built by Hitachi between 2010 and 2011.
This efficient train, part of the renowned "A-train" family, is a vital component of Japan's bustling railway network, designed for the high demands of Tokyo's metropolitan transit.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a 10-car formation, the Tokyo Metro 15000 provides reliable and comfortable transportation for countless commuters.
It operates on a 1067 mm gauge and utilizes a 1.5 kV DC electric system, ensuring seamless integration with the existing infrastructure and representing cutting-edge urban mobility.
Hitachi Tokyo Metro 15000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Family | A-train | |
| Built by | Hitachi · 2010–20117 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 10 cars |
Operators of the Hitachi Tokyo Metro 15000
Railway companies that have operated the Tokyo Metro 15000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Metro | Tokyo Metro 15000 | Japan |
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