Nippon Sharyo Toei 12-000 series

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed

70 km/h

43 mph

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1990–2001

54 units

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Toei 12-000 series

Discover the Toei 12-000 series, a robust electric multiple unit (EMU) vital to the Toei Subway network in Japan.

Built between 1990 and 2001 by renowned manufacturers like Hitachi, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, this series is a testament to reliability and efficiency.

With a top speed of 70 km/h and a standard 8-car formation, the Toei 12-000 series offers a comfortable and safe travel experience for millions of daily passengers.

Its 1435 mm gauge and 1.5 kV DC electric systems ensure seamless integration within the Japanese railway infrastructure.

Refurbished in 2011, these trains continue to provide dependable service, contributing significantly to urban mobility in Japan.

Nippon Sharyo Toei 12-000 series technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1990–200154 units
Refurbished	2011
Top speed	70 km/h43 mph	43 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	8 cars
Width	2.49 m8 ft 2 in	8 ft 2 in
Height	3.15 m10 ft 4 in	10 ft 4 in