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Electric multiple unit

Kinki Sharyo 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 Kinki Sharyo Tokyo Metro 5000

Explore the Tokyo Metro 5000 series, an iconic electric multiple unit that served Japan's capital.

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

Capable of reaching 100 km/h, this 3-car formation operated efficiently on 1067 mm gauge tracks, utilizing a 1.5 kV DC electric system.

Each car, measuring 20 meters in length, contributed to its agile and functional performance on the network.

Previously operated by the TRTA (Teito Rapid Transit Authority) as the Eidan 5000 class, the Tokyo Metro 5000 series is a notable part of Japan's railway heritage.

Kinki Sharyo 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 Kinki Sharyo 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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