© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 6000 series
Built by Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 6000 series
Explore the iconic Tokyo Metro 6000 series, a cornerstone of public transportation.
These Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) trains were built by renowned manufacturers like Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, with production beginning in 1968.
Measuring 2.8 meters wide and 4.13 meters high, these trains are engineered for efficient operation with a top speed of 100 km/h, utilizing a 1.5 kV DC electric system and a 1067 mm gauge track.
Originally serving the TRTA - Teito Rapid Transit Authority, the 6000 series continued its service with Tokyo Metro and found a second life with Indonesian Railways, highlighting their enduring design and reliability.
Discover the history and technical details of this significant railway model, a testament to Japanese engineering excellence and its international reach.
Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 6000 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 196836 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.8 m9 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 4.13 m13 ft 7 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 6000 series
Railway companies that have operated the Tokyo Metro 6000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesian Railways | KAI 6000 | Indonesia |
| Tokyo Metro | Tokyo Metro 6000 | Japan |
| TRTA - Teito Rapid Transit Authority | Eidan 6000 | Japan |
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