© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo Keio 6000
Built by Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Hitachi
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Keio 6000
Discover the Keio 6000, an iconic electric multiple unit from Japan.
Built by Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, and Hitachi, this notable train operates on the Keio Corporation's network with a 1372 mm gauge.
Reaching a top speed of 110 km/h, the Keio 6000 features reliable 1.5 kV DC electric systems, ensuring smooth and efficient operation.
Each car measures 20 meters long and 2.8 meters wide, providing comfortable passenger space.
Explore the impressive specifications of this key Japanese railway asset.
Nippon Sharyo Keio 6000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Hitachi | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,372 mmNarrow gauge4 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.8 m9 ft 2 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo Keio 6000
Railway companies that have operated the Keio 6000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Keio Corporation | Keio 6000 | Japan |
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