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Electric multiple unit

Tokyu Car Keisei 3500 series

Built by Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1972–1982
24 units

Overview of the Tokyu Car Keisei 3500 series

Discover the iconic Keisei 3500 series, a distinguished electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served the Keisei Electric Railway in Japan.

Built between 1972 and 1982 by renowned manufacturers like Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, these trains represent a significant part of Japanese railway history. The Keisei 3500 series underwent comprehensive refurbishment between 1996 and 2001, ensuring continued operational excellence.

With a top speed of 110 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, these EMUs are designed for efficient passenger transport. Their dimensions, including a car length of 18 meters, a width of 2.83 meters, and a height of 4.08 meters, are optimized for their operational environment.

Powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the Keisei 3500 series has a proven track record of reliability and performance on the Keisei Electric Railway network. Explore more about this classic Japanese train.

Tokyu Car Keisei 3500 series technical specifications

Value
Built byKawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1972–198224 units
Refurbished1996 - 2001 (24)
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Car length18 m59 ft 1 in
Width2.83 m9 ft 3 in
Height4.08 m13 ft 5 in

Operators of the Tokyu Car Keisei 3500 series

Railway companies that have operated the Keisei 3500 series, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Keisei Electric RailwayKeisei 3500Japan

Tokyu Car Keisei 3500 series photos

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