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Electric multiple unit

Nippon Sharyo Keisei 3500 series

Built by Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1972–1982
24 units

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Keisei 3500 series

Discover the Keisei 3500 series, an iconic Japanese electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served the Keisei Electric Railway with distinction.

Built between 1972 and 1982 by renowned manufacturers like Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, these trains are a testament to Japanese engineering and reliability.

They underwent significant refurbishment between 1996 and 2001, ensuring their continued efficiency and passenger comfort.

With a top speed of 110 km/h and a gauge of 1435 mm, the Keisei 3500 series is a vital part of the Tokyo metropolitan area's commuter network.

Each car measures 18 meters in length, with a width of 2.83 meters and a height of 4.08 meters, designed for optimal urban transit.

Operating on 1.5 kV DC electric systems, these EMUs are perfectly integrated into Japan's railway infrastructure.

Experience the enduring legacy and operational prowess of the Keisei 3500 series.

Nippon Sharyo Keisei 3500 series technical specifications

Value
Built byKawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1972–198224 units
Refurbished1996 - 2001 (24)
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Car length18 m59 ft 1 in
Width2.83 m9 ft 3 in
Height4.08 m13 ft 5 in

Operators of the Nippon Sharyo Keisei 3500 series

Railway companies that have operated the Keisei 3500 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Keisei Electric RailwayKeisei 3500Japan

Nippon Sharyo Keisei 3500 series photos

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