Tokyo Metro 18000 series

The Tokyo Metro 18000 series (東京メトロ18000系, Tōkyō Metoro 18000-kei) is an electric multiple unit (EMU) train type on order by Tokyo Metro for use on the Hanzomon Line in Japan. They will replace the Tokyo Metro 8000 series currently in service on the Hanzomon Line.[1]

Tokyo Metro 18000 series
18000 series set 18101 on delivery
ManufacturerHitachi
ReplacedTokyo Metro 8000 series
Number under construction170 vehicles (17 sets)
Number built20 vehicles (2 sets)
Formation10 cars per trainset
Fleet numbers18101–
Operator(s)Tokyo Metro
Line(s) servedHanzomon Line
Specifications
Doors4 pairs per side
Electric system(s)1500 V DC overhead lines
Current collection methodPantograph
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)

Technical specifications

The first set was built by Hitachi.[2] The trains will use a SiC-PMSM traction system.[3]

Formation

The trains are formed as ten-car sets.[3]

Interior

Wheelchair and stoller spaces are located in every car. The interior also includes security cameras.[1]

History

In March 2019, Tokyo Metro announced a plan to introduce new rolling stock, including the 18000 series.[4]

Delivery of the first set began in October 2020.[5] A second set was delivered from Hitachis Kasado plant in December 2020.[6]

Entry into service is scheduled for 2021.[1]

References
  1. "東京メトロ18000系、半蔵門線の新型車両が登場 - 関東へ輸送される". news.mynavi.jp (in Japanese). Mynavi Corporation. October 3, 2020. Archived from the original on December 5, 2020. Retrieved January 27, 2021.
  2. "2021年に登場する新型車両、東京圏の4形式". tetsudo-ch.com (in Japanese). EXPRESS Co., Ltd. January 2, 2021. Archived from the original on January 2, 2021. Retrieved January 27, 2021.
  3. "東京メトロ半蔵門線に新型車両「18000系」、2021年度上半期に営業運転開始". tetsudo.com (in Japanese). ASAHI INTERACTIVE, Inc. September 30, 2020. Archived from the original on October 29, 2020. Retrieved January 27, 2021.
  4. Barrow, Keith (March 28, 2019). "Tokyo Metro to invest Yen 490bn in 2019-2021". railjournal.com. Simmons-Boardman Publishing. Retrieved January 27, 2021.
  5. "東京メトロ18000系が甲種輸送される". Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Koyusha Co., Ltd. October 3, 2020. Archived from the original on November 4, 2020. Retrieved January 27, 2021.
  6. "東京メトロ18000系第2編成が甲種輸送される". Japan Railfan Magazine Online (in Japanese). Koyusha Co., Ltd. December 4, 2020. Archived from the original on January 27, 2021. Retrieved January 27, 2021.
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