Kinki Sharyo Fukuoka Subway 1000 series

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

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Weight

224 t

493,835 lb

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1981–1986

18 units

Overview of the Kinki Sharyo Fukuoka Subway 1000 series

Explore the Fukuoka Subway 1000 series, an iconic EMU train from Japan that has served the Fukuoka City Subway.

Built by renowned manufacturers including Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car between 1981 and 1986, this train has been a vital component of Fukuoka's public transportation. It underwent significant refurbishments from 1997 to 2004, ensuring its continued functionality and modernity.

Operating at a top speed of 90 km/h, the 1000 series features a 6-car formation and runs on a 1067 mm gauge. Each car measures 20 meters in length, 2.86 meters in width, and 4.13 meters in height, with the entire train weighing 224 tons.

Powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems, this reliable train is essential for urban mobility in Fukuoka, efficiently connecting passengers across the city.

Kinki Sharyo Fukuoka Subway 1000 series technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1981–198618 units
Refurbished	1997 - 2004 (18)
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
Formation	6 cars
Car length	20 m65 ft 7 in	65 ft 7 in
Width	2.86 m9 ft 5 in	9 ft 5 in
Height	4.13 m13 ft 7 in	13 ft 7 in
Weight	224 t493,835 lb	493,835 lb