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Overview of the Tokyu Car Nankai 6000
Explore the Nankai 6000, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) that served the Nankai Electric Railway in Japan.
Built by Tokyu Car between 1962 and 1969, this reliable locomotive operated with a top speed of 120 km/h.
Featuring a 1067 mm gauge and powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the Nankai 6000 is a significant piece of Japanese railway history.
Discover the characteristics and enduring legacy of this celebrated train.
Tokyu Car Nankai 6000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Tokyu Car · 1962–1969 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in |
Operators of the Tokyu Car Nankai 6000
Railway companies that have operated the Nankai 6000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Nankai Electric Railway | Nankai 6000 | Japan |
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