© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 9000 series
Built by Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 9000 series
Discover the Tokyo Metro 9000 series, a modern EMU operating in Japan.
Built between 1990 and 2009 by Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, this series is designed for maximum efficiency and reliability.
With a top speed of 110 km/h and a 1067 mm gauge, the 9000 series is a cornerstone of public transport in Tokyo.
Its dimensions, with a car length of 20 meters and a width of 2.83 meters, along with 1.5 kV DC electric systems, make it perfect for the urban environment.
Explore the design and performance of this iconic metropolitan train, a testament to Japanese engineering.
Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 9000 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1990–200923 units | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.83 m9 ft 3 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 9000 series
Railway companies that have operated the Tokyo Metro 9000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Metro | Tokyo Metro 9000 | Japan |
Nippon Sharyo Tokyo Metro 9000 series photos
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