© trainspo.comJNR KiHa 30
Built by JNR
Overview of the JNR KiHa 30
Discover the KiHa 30, a reliable diesel multiple unit (DMU) that has served Japan's railways with distinction.
Built by JNR, this compact, single-car unit boasts a top speed of 95 km/h and operates on a 1067 mm gauge.
With a car length of 20 meters and a weight of 33 tons, the KiHa 30 is an efficient and practical choice for various rail operations.
This model, also known as the JR East KiHa 30, is a testament to Japanese engineering.
JNR KiHa 30 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Kiha 35 | |
| Built by | JNR | |
| Top speed | 95 km/h59 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 1 cars | |
| Car length | 20 m65 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.93 m9 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 3.94 m12 ft 11 in | |
| Weight | 33 t72,752 lb |
Operators of the JNR KiHa 30
Railway companies that have operated the KiHa 30, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East KiHa 30 | Japan |
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