© trainspo.comOverview of the FHI KiHa 183-1000
Discover the KiHa 183-1000, an iconic Japanese diesel multiple unit (DMU).
Built by Niigata Transys and FHI, this locomotive features a 1067 mm gauge, typical of the Japanese railway network.
Primarily operated by the Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu), the KiHa 183-1000 has proudly served on the archipelago's lines.
This model, part of the esteemed KiHa 183 series, embodies the reliability and efficiency of Japanese trains.
Explore Japan's railway history with this centerpiece of rolling stock.
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FHI KiHa 183-1000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Niigata Transys, FHI | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in |
Operators of the FHI KiHa 183-1000
Railway companies that have operated the KiHa 183-1000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kyushu Railway Company | JR Kyushu KiHa 183-1000 | Japan |
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