© trainspo.comKawasaki Toei 10-000
Built by Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Hitachi, Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Alna
Overview of the Kawasaki Toei 10-000
Discover the Toei 10-000 series, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that has served the Toei Subway in Japan.
Built between 1971 and 1997 by leading manufacturers like Nippon Sharyo and Hitachi, these trains are designed for efficiency and passenger comfort.
With a top speed of 110 km/h and a standard formation of 8 cars, the Toei 10-000 series is a staple on the 1372 mm gauge tracks.
Each car measures 20 meters in length and the train stands at a height of 4.1 meters.
Operating on 1.5 kV DC electric systems, this series continues to be a reliable workhorse for urban transportation.
Kawasaki Toei 10-000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Hitachi, Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki, Alna · 1971–1997 | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,372 mmNarrow gauge4 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 8 cars | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 4.1 m13 ft 5 in |
Operators of the Kawasaki Toei 10-000
Railway companies that have operated the Toei 10-000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Toei Subway | Toei Subway 10-000 | Japan |
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