© trainspo.comTokyu Car Odakyu 5000 (1969)
Built by Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Tokyu Car Odakyu 5000 (1969)
Discover the Odakyu 5000 series (1969) electric multiple unit (EMU), a significant piece of Japanese railway history.
These versatile trains, built by Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car between 1969 and 1982, operated on the Odakyu Electric Railway.
Featuring a 1067 mm gauge and operating on 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the Odakyu 5000 (1969) EMUs are known for their robust design and 20-meter car lengths.
Explore the details of this classic Japanese locomotive and its contribution to rail transport in Japan.
Learn more about the Odakyu 5000 (1969) and its operational legacy.
Tokyu Car Odakyu 5000 (1969) technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1969–198235 units | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in |
Operators of the Tokyu Car Odakyu 5000 (1969)
Railway companies that have operated the Odakyu 5000 (1969), with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Odakyu Electric Railway | Odakyu 5000 (1969) | Japan |
Tokyu Car Odakyu 5000 (1969) photos
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