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Electric multiple unit

Tokyu Car 3000 series

Built by Tokyu Car

Top speed
90 km/h
56 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1962–2011

Overview of the Tokyu Car 3000 series

Discover the robust 3000 series electric multiple units (EMUs), a reliable and versatile fleet that has served Japan's railways with distinction. Built by Tokyu Car between 1962 and 2011, these trains embody efficient design and operational durability.

The 3000 series is characterized by its 1067 mm gauge and typically operates in 5-car formations, often featuring a 3M (three motor cars) configuration for optimal traction. With a top speed of 90 km/h and individual car lengths of 18.5 meters, they are well-suited for a variety of operational environments.

These esteemed EMUs have a rich service history, having been operated by prominent Japanese railway companies including Alpico Kōtsū Co., Ltd., Gakunan Railway, Hokuriku Railroad, and Keio Corporation. Their compatibility with 1.5 kV DC electric systems ensures broad applicability across different lines.

Measuring 2.87 meters in width and 4.1 meters in height, the 3000 series represents a classic and enduring design in Japanese railway engineering. Explore the legacy of these iconic trains, a testament to sustained performance and engineering excellence on the tracks.

Tokyu Car 3000 series technical specifications

Value
Built byTokyu Car · 1962–2011
Top speed90 km/h56 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Formation5 cars (3M)
Car length18.5 m60 ft 8 in
Width2.87 m9 ft 5 in
Height4.1 m13 ft 5 in

Operators of the Tokyu Car 3000 series

Railway companies that have operated the 3000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Alpico Kōtsū Co., Ltd.Alpico Kōtsū 3000Japan
Gakunan RailwayGakunan 7000Japan
Hokuriku RailroadHokutetsu 7700Japan
Keio CorporationKeio 3000Japan

Tokyu Car 3000 series photos

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