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Overview of the Tokyu Car Nankai 30000
Explore the Nankai 30000 series, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) operating on the Nankai Electric Railway in Japan.
Built by Tokyu Car in 1983, this series features a 4-car formation with all cars being powered (4M), offering impressive power and flexibility.
Designed for the 1067 mm gauge and operating on a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the Nankai 30000 is engineered for reliable and efficient performance on Japanese railway lines.
This locomotive embodies Japanese rail engineering, blending modern technology with durability for passenger transport.
Tokyu Car Nankai 30000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Tokyu Car · 1983 | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 4 cars (4M) |
Operators of the Tokyu Car Nankai 30000
Railway companies that have operated the Nankai 30000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Nankai Electric Railway | Nankai 30000 | Japan |
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