© trainspo.comKisha Tokyo Metro 5000
Built by Kisha, Tokyu Car, Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki
Overview of the Kisha Tokyo Metro 5000
Discover the Tokyo Metro 5000 series, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) that has been a backbone of Tokyo's public transportation for decades.
Built between 1964 and 1981 by renowned manufacturers including Kisha, Tokyu Car, Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, and Kawasaki, this robust train was designed for the 1.5 kV DC electric system on a 1067 mm gauge track.
Each car measures 20 meters in length, forming a 3-car set for efficient metropolitan transit. It boasts a top speed of 100 km/h, ensuring swift and reliable journeys.
Originally operated by the TRTA (Teito Rapid Transit Authority) as the Eidan 5000 class, this train represents a significant piece of Japanese railway history, synonymous with dependability and extensive coverage within the Tokyo subway network.
Kisha Tokyo Metro 5000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kisha, Tokyu Car, Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki · 1964–19812 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 3 cars | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in |
Operators of the Kisha Tokyo Metro 5000
Railway companies that have operated the Tokyo Metro 5000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| TRTA - Teito Rapid Transit Authority | Eidan 5000 | Japan |
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