© trainspo.comHPI Seoul Metro 5000
Built by HPI, Hyundai Rotem
Overview of the HPI Seoul Metro 5000
Explore the Seoul Metro 5000, an Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) serving the bustling capital of South Korea.
Operated by Seoul Metro, this reliable train features an 8-car formation, consisting of 4 motor cars and 4 trailer cars, ensuring efficient passenger transport and power distribution.
Built by HPI, Hyundai Rotem, the Seoul Metro 5000 is designed for urban travel, reaching a top speed of 80 km/h. It utilizes a standard gauge of 1435 mm and operates on a 1.5 kV DC electric system, making it an integral part of Seoul's vital public transportation network.
Each car measures 19.5 meters in length, with a width of 3.12 meters and a height of 3.6 meters, contributing to the smooth flow of commuters across the city.
HPI Seoul Metro 5000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | HPI, Hyundai Rotem | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 8 cars (4M4T) | |
| Car length | 19.5 m64 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 3.12 m10 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 3.6 m11 ft 10 in |
Operators of the HPI Seoul Metro 5000
Railway companies that have operated the Seoul Metro 5000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul Metro | Seoul Metro 5000 | South Korea |
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