Niigata YNT 1000

Built by Tokyu Car, Niigata, Nippon Sharyo, Mitsubishi

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Years built

1988–1989

Overview of the Niigata YNT 1000

Discover the YNT 1000, a distinctive electric multiple unit (EMU) built between 1988 and 1989 by leading manufacturers including Tokyu Car, Niigata, Nippon Sharyo, and Mitsubishi.

These trains were operated by Yokohama New Transit Co., Ltd. in Japan, providing efficient urban transportation solutions.

The YNT 1000 features a 5-car formation, with each car measuring 8 meters in length, and boasts a top speed of 60 km/h, making it well-suited for local transit routes.

Operating on a 750 V DC electric system, this EMU has a width of 2.38 meters and a height of 3.28 meters, embodying practical design for its service.

Niigata YNT 1000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Tokyu Car, Niigata, Nippon Sharyo, Mitsubishi · 1988–1989
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Electric systems	750 V DC
Formation	5 cars
Car length	8 m26 ft 3 in	26 ft 3 in
Width	2.38 m7 ft 10 in	7 ft 10 in
Height	3.28 m10 ft 9 in	10 ft 9 in