© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo Tobu 6050 series
Built by Nippon Sharyo, Alna
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Tobu 6050 series
Discover the Tobu 6050 series, an iconic Japanese electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served the Tōbu Railway Co., Ltd. with distinction.
Built by Nippon Sharyo and Alna, this reliable train boasts a capacity of 295 seats, ensuring a comfortable journey for passengers.
Operating on a 1067 mm gauge, the Tobu 6050 series is engineered for efficiency and performance in Japan's rail network.
With its 1.5 kV DC electric systems and a robust 74-ton build, this locomotive exemplifies robust and dependable railway engineering.
Nippon Sharyo Tobu 6050 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Nippon Sharyo, Alna | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Capacity | 295 seats | |
| Width | 2.88 m9 ft 5 in | |
| Height | 4.2 m13 ft 9 in | |
| Weight | 74 t163,142 lb |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo Tobu 6050 series
Railway companies that have operated the Tobu 6050 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tōbu Railway Co., Ltd. | Tobu 6050 | Japan |
Nippon Sharyo Tobu 6050 series photos
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