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Electric multiple unit

Kawasaki Tokyo Metro 5000

Built by Kisha, Tokyu Car, Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1964–1981
2 units

Overview of the Kawasaki Tokyo Metro 5000

Explore the iconic Tokyo Metro 5000 series, an electric multiple unit that served the TRTA (Teito Rapid Transit Authority) in Japan.

Built between 1964 and 1981 by respected manufacturers including Kisha, Tokyu Car, Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, and Kawasaki, this series played a significant role in Tokyo's transit history.

Each car measures 20 meters in length, and formations typically consisted of 3 cars, allowing for efficient operation and a top speed of 100 km/h.

Operating on a 1067 mm gauge and utilizing a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the Tokyo Metro 5000 is a testament to Japanese engineering and urban transportation development.

Kawasaki Tokyo Metro 5000 technical specifications

Value
Built byKisha, Tokyu Car, Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki · 1964–19812 units
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Formation3 cars
Car length20 m65 ft 7 in

Operators of the Kawasaki Tokyo Metro 5000

Railway companies that have operated the Tokyo Metro 5000, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
TRTA - Teito Rapid Transit AuthorityEidan 5000Japan

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