© trainspo.comTokyu Car Tokyo Metro 8000 series
Built by Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Tokyu Car Tokyo Metro 8000 series
Explore the Tokyo Metro 8000 series, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) operating since 1980.
Manufactured by leading companies including Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, these trains offer a blend of efficiency and passenger comfort.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a 1067 mm gauge, they are perfectly suited for urban public transportation.
These EMUs run on a 1.5 kV DC electric system, ensuring reliable and eco-friendly journeys on the Tokyo Metro lines.
Experience the robust design and practical functionality of the Tokyo Metro 8000 series on your travels.
Tokyu Car Tokyo Metro 8000 series technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1980–199419 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Capacity | 10 seats |
Operators of the Tokyu Car Tokyo Metro 8000 series
Railway companies that have operated the Tokyo Metro 8000 series, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo Metro | Tokyo Metro 8000 | Japan |
Tokyu Car Tokyo Metro 8000 series photos
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