© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 8000 series
Built by Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 8000 series
Discover the Tokyo Metro 8000 series, an iconic EMU that has been enriching the urban landscape of Tokyo since 1980.
This series, built by renowned manufacturers such as Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, is a testament to reliability and efficiency.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and operating on a 1067 mm gauge, the 8000 series is perfectly adapted to the complex infrastructure of the Japanese capital.
Its 1.5 kV DC electric systems ensure smooth and sustainable propulsion.
While the capacity per car is listed as 10 seats, the true strength of the 8000 series lies in its ability to transport millions of commuters daily.
These metro trains are an essential part of Tokyo's public transportation system.
The Tokyo Metro 8000 series represents a significant piece of railway history, with a production period spanning from 1980 to 1994.
Each train embodies technological advancement and a commitment to providing high-quality public transport.
Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 8000 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1980–199419 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Capacity | 10 seats |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 8000 series
Railway companies that have operated the Tokyo Metro 8000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Metro | Tokyo Metro 8000 | Japan |
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