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FHI KiHa 185

Built by Nippon Sharyo, Niigata Transys, FHI

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge

Overview of the FHI KiHa 185

Discover the KiHa 185, a versatile Japanese DMU renowned for its efficiency and reliability.

This robust train, built by industry leaders Nippon Sharyo, Niigata Transys, and FHI, serves key routes for both the Kyushu Railway Company and the Shikoku Railway Company in Japan.

Operating on a 1067 mm gauge, the KiHa 185 reaches a top speed of 110 km/h, making it a capable performer for regional and intercity services.

With a car length of 21.3 meters, a width of 2.9 meters, and a height of 3.85 meters, it's designed for optimal passenger comfort and operational efficiency across Japan's diverse rail network.

FHI KiHa 185 technical specifications

Value
Built byNippon Sharyo, Niigata Transys, FHI
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length21.3 m69 ft 11 in
Width2.9 m9 ft 6 in
Height3.85 m12 ft 8 in
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Operators of the FHI KiHa 185

Railway companies that have operated the KiHa 185, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Kyushu Railway CompanyJR Kyushu KiHa 185Japan
Shikoku Railway CompanyJR Shikoku KiHa 185Japan

FHI KiHa 185 photos

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