Nippon Sharyo Fukuoka Subway 2000 series

Built by Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Weight

197 t

434,310 lb

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1992–1998

6 units

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Fukuoka Subway 2000 series

Explore the Fukuoka Subway 2000 series, a notable Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) serving the vibrant public transportation network in Japan.

Constructed by renowned manufacturers Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, and Nippon Sharyo, these trains were produced between 1992 and 1998 and operate in a 6-car formation.

Each car measures 20 meters in length, contributing to a total weight of 197 tons for the formation. The series features a gauge of 1067 mm and can reach a top speed of 110 km/h.

With a width of 2.86 meters and a height of 4.13 meters, the Fukuoka Subway 2000 series is powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, ensuring efficient and reliable service across the city.

Nippon Sharyo Fukuoka Subway 2000 series technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo · 1992–19986 units
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 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	197 t434,310 lb	434,310 lb