Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 1000 series

Built by Nippon Sharyo

Top speed

80 km/h

50 mph

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2012

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 1000 series

Discover the Tokyo Metro 1000 series, an Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) serving the vital Tokyo Metro network in Japan.

Constructed by Nippon Sharyo from 2012, this model is characterized by its efficient design, ideal for urban transit. Each car measures 16 meters long and 2.55 meters wide, ensuring excellent maneuverability.

This series operates with a top speed of 80 km/h, powered by a 600 V DC electrical system. Its standard configuration of 6 cars is perfectly suited for managing the high passenger volumes typical of metro lines.

Featuring a 1435 mm gauge and a height of 3.46 meters, the Tokyo Metro 1000 series exemplifies modern railway engineering, optimized for functionality and efficiency in the bustling heart of Tokyo.

Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 1000 series technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Nippon Sharyo · 2012
Top speed	80 km/h50 mph	50 mph
Electric systems	600 V DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	6 cars
Car length	16 m52 ft 6 in	52 ft 6 in
Width	2.55 m8 ft 4 in	8 ft 4 in
Height	3.46 m11 ft 4 in	11 ft 4 in