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Hitachi 200 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Tram

Hitachi 200

Built by Hitachi, Nippon Sharyo

Power output
38 kW
51 hp
Weight
16 t
35,274 lb
Length
11 m
36 ft 1 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1950
10 units

Overview of the Hitachi 200

Discover the charm of the Nagasaki tram, a classic piece of Japanese public transport history.

Built by Hitachi and Nippon Sharyo in 1950, this electric tram embodies a bygone era of urban mobility.

With a seating capacity of 34 passengers and a compact length of 11 meters, it was perfectly suited for navigating the streets of Nagasaki.

This particular tram, with its 1435 mm gauge, showcases a design that prioritized efficient city transit.

Operating on 600 V DC with a 38 kW power output, it represents a robust and reliable service for the Nagasaki Electric Tramway Co., Ltd.

Explore the unique characteristics and enduring appeal of this iconic Japanese tram.

Hitachi 200 technical specifications

Value
Built byHitachi, Nippon Sharyo · 195010 units
Power output38 kW51 hp
Electric systems
  • 600 V DC (38 kW)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Capacity34 seats
Length11 m36 ft 1 in
Width2.26 m7 ft 5 in
Height3.6 m11 ft 10 in
Weight16 t35,274 lb

Operators of the Hitachi 200

Railway companies that have operated the 200, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Nagasaki Electric Tramway Co., Ltd.Nagasaki tram 200Japan
Nagasaki Electric Tramway Co., Ltd.Nagasaki tram 87Japan

Hitachi 200 photos

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