© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo Meitetsu 3900
Built by Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Meitetsu 3900
Discover the Meitetsu 3900, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that served the Nagoya Railroad Co., Ltd. in Japan.
Built by Nippon Sharyo, this reliable electric locomotive operates with 1.5 kV DC electric systems and features a 1067 mm gauge, ensuring efficient and dependable railway operations.
The Meitetsu 3900 represents a significant piece of Japanese railway engineering, playing a vital role in passenger transportation and leaving a lasting impression on railway history.
Nippon Sharyo Meitetsu 3900 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Nippon Sharyo | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo Meitetsu 3900
Railway companies that have operated the Meitetsu 3900, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Nagoya Railroad Co., Ltd. | Meitetsu 3900 | Japan |
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