Hitachi KiHa 183-5200

Discover the KiHa 183-5200, a versatile Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) that has served the Hokkaido Railway Company (JR Hokkaidō) in Japan.

This distinctive locomotive series, based on the JNR 183 design, was built by a consortium of reputable manufacturers including Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, with its production commencing in 1992.

Engineered for efficiency and reliability, the KiHa 183-5200 operates on a 1067 mm gauge track and can reach a top speed of 120 km/h.

These units are typically formed into 5-car sets, comprising four motor cars and one trailer car, making them well-suited for regional express services across Hokkaido.

With a width of 2.95 meters, the KiHa 183-5200 is a prominent figure on Japan's railway network.