© trainspo.comTokyu Car Toyo-kosoku 1000
Built by Kisha Seizo Kaisha, Tokyu Car, Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki
Overview of the Tokyu Car Toyo-kosoku 1000
Discover the exceptional Toyo-kosoku 1000 series electric multiple unit (EMU), a testament to Japanese engineering excellence.
This iconic train, built by renowned manufacturers like Kisha Seizo Kaisha, Tokyu Car, Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, and Kawasaki, offers a smooth and reliable travel experience.
With its impressive 10-car formation and a top speed of 100 km/h, the Toyo-kosoku 1000 ensures efficient transportation for the Tōyō Rapid Railway Co., Ltd.
Its robust design, weighing 358 tons, and operating on a 1.5 kV DC electric system, makes it a prime choice for Japanese railway networks.
Experience the blend of functionality and modern design embodied by this captivating locomotive.
Tokyu Car Toyo-kosoku 1000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kisha Seizo Kaisha, Tokyu Car, Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, Kawasaki | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 10 cars | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 4.14 m13 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 358 t789,254 lb |
Operators of the Tokyu Car Toyo-kosoku 1000
Railway companies that have operated the Toyo-kosoku 1000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tōyō Rapid Railway Co., Ltd. | Toyo-kosoku 1000 | Japan |
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