History
The 3000 series was introduced on 3 February 2005 on the newly opened Nanakuma Line between Tenjin-Minami and Hashimoto. Unlike the 1000 series and 2000 series trains operated on the Kūkō Line and Hakozaki Line, the 3000 series trains are standard gauge (1,435 mm) and use linear motor propulsion.
Read more about this topic: Fukuoka Subway 3000 Series
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