© trainspo.comFHI Furawa 2000
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Overview of the FHI Furawa 2000
Discover the Furawa 2000, a versatile DMU that has served Japan's Hōjō Railway with distinction.
This robust locomotive, a model Furawa 2000, boasts a build by FHI and operates on a 1067 mm gauge, making it ideal for Japanese rail lines.
With a top speed of 80 km/h, the Furawa 2000 is built for efficient operation, measuring 18.5 meters in car length and weighing 29 tons.
Its substantial dimensions, including a width of 3.09 meters and a height of 3.99 meters, ensure stability and capacity on its routes.
FHI Furawa 2000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | FHI | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 18.5 m60 ft 8 in | |
| Width | 3.09 m10 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 3.99 m13 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 29 t63,934 lb |
Operators of the FHI Furawa 2000
Railway companies that have operated the Furawa 2000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hōjō Railway | Hojo 2000 | Japan |
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