© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 03
Built by Kinki Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 03
Explore the Tokyo Metro 03 series electric multiple units (EMUs), a cornerstone of the bustling Tokyo subway system.
These versatile trains, built by distinguished manufacturers including Kinki Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Kawasaki, and Nippon Sharyo, have been a familiar sight since their introduction in 1988.
Featuring a top speed of 110 km/h and a standard formation of 8 cars, they provide efficient and reliable service for countless commuters.
Operating on a 1067 mm gauge and powered by 1.5 kV DC, these trains have a rich operational history.
Originally operated by the TRTA - Teito Rapid Transit Authority, they now proudly serve under the Tokyo Metro banner, with some also seeing service with the Hokuriku Railroad as Hokutetsu 03 units.
Discover the enduring performance and significance of these iconic Japanese urban transit vehicles.
Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 03 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kinki Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo · 198842 units | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 8 cars |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 03
Railway companies that have operated the Tokyo Metro 03, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hokuriku Railroad | Hokutetsu 03 | Japan |
| Tokyo Metro | Tokyo Metro 03 | Japan |
| TRTA - Teito Rapid Transit Authority | Eidan 03 | Japan |
Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 03 photos
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