© trainspo.comFHI KiHa 28
Built by FHI, Niigata Transys, Nippon Sharyo, Teikoku Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the FHI KiHa 28
Explore the KiHa 28, an iconic Japanese diesel railcar that represents a piece of railway history.
Built by renowned manufacturers such as FHI, Niigata Transys, and Nippon Sharyo, this unit is part of the KiHa 58 series and served with the Kyushu Railway Company, also known as JR Kyushu KiHa 28.
With a width of 2.94 meters and a height of 3.92 meters, the KiHa 28 boasts a substantial length of 21.3 meters. Its capability to reach 95 km/h made it an efficient means for regional transport needs.
Its 1067 mm gauge is a distinctive feature of Japanese tracks, underscoring its authenticity and role in the country's rail landscape.
FHI KiHa 28 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | KiHa 58 | |
| Built by | FHI, Niigata Transys, Nippon Sharyo, Teikoku Sharyo, Tokyu Car | |
| Top speed | 95 km/h59 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 21.3 m69 ft 11 in | |
| Width | 2.94 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 3.92 m12 ft 10 in |
Operators of the FHI KiHa 28
Railway companies that have operated the KiHa 28, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kyushu Railway Company | JR Kyushu KiHa 28 | Japan |
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