© trainspo.comKawasaki Keihan 8030
Built by Kawasaki
Overview of the Kawasaki Keihan 8030
Discover the Keihan 8030, an electric multiple unit that has served the Keihan Electric Railway in Japan.
This robust train, part of the Keihan 8000 series, boasts a top speed of 120 km/h, making it a reliable workhorse on its network.
Built by Kawasaki, the Keihan 8030 features a standard gauge of 1435 mm and operates on 1.5 kV DC electric systems.
Each car measures 18.7 meters in length and 2.72 meters in width, designed for efficient passenger transport.
Learn more about this significant Japanese locomotive, a key component of the Keihan Electric Railway's operational fleet.
Kawasaki Keihan 8030 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Keihan 8000 | |
| Built by | Kawasaki | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Car length | 18.7 m61 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 2.72 m8 ft 11 in |
Operators of the Kawasaki Keihan 8030
Railway companies that have operated the Keihan 8030, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Keihan Electric Railway | Keihan 8030 | Japan |
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