Tokyu Car 8000

Built by Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1982–1987

32 units

Overview of the Tokyu Car 8000

Discover the Odakyu 8000, a powerful Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) proudly operated by the Odakyu Electric Railway in Japan.

Built between 1982 and 1987 by renowned manufacturers Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, this robust series comprises 32 units, showcasing significant engineering expertise.

Featuring a 1067 mm gauge, the Odakyu 8000 is engineered for efficient operation, reaching a top speed of 100 km/h.

Each car measures 20 meters in length, with a width of 2.9 meters and a height of 4.14 meters, all designed to work seamlessly with 1.5 kV DC electric systems.

The Odakyu 8000 stands as a testament to reliable and versatile Japanese railway engineering.

Tokyu Car 8000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1982–198732 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
Car length	20 m65 ft 7 in	65 ft 7 in
Width	2.9 m9 ft 6 in	9 ft 6 in
Height	4.14 m13 ft 7 in	13 ft 7 in