© trainspo.comKinki Sharyo Tokyo Metro 8000 series
Built by Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Kinki Sharyo Tokyo Metro 8000 series
Discover the Tokyo Metro 8000 series, a prominent electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served the bustling transportation network of Japan.
Built by esteemed manufacturers like Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car between 1980 and 1994, this series represents a significant era in Tokyo's urban rail development.
The 8000 series operates on a 1067 mm gauge track, a common standard in Japan, and is powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, enabling efficient and reliable service.
With a top speed of 100 km/h, these trains are designed to handle high passenger volumes across various Tokyo Metro lines, contributing to the city's seamless public transit.
Experience the engineering and operational excellence of the Tokyo Metro 8000 series, a testament to Japan's advanced railway technology and its commitment to sustainable urban mobility.
Kinki Sharyo Tokyo Metro 8000 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1980–199419 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Capacity | 10 seats |
Operators of the Kinki Sharyo Tokyo Metro 8000 series
Railway companies that have operated the Tokyo Metro 8000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Metro | Tokyo Metro 8000 | Japan |
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