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JR Kyushu Chikutetsu 2000
Built by JR Kyushu
Top speed
60 km/h
37 mph
Length
25.3 m
83 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1967
Overview of the JR Kyushu Chikutetsu 2000
Discover the Chikutetsu 2000, a historic tram
that has served Japan's Chikuho Electric Railroad Co., Ltd.
Built by JR Kyushu in 1967, this reliable electric
vehicle boasts a top speed of 60 km/h and operates on a
standard gauge of 1435 mm.
Measuring 25.3 meters in length, with a width of 2.4 meters and a height of 3.94 meters, the Chikutetsu 2000 is designed for efficient urban transport.
It runs on a 600 V DC electric system, ensuring smooth and eco-friendly journeys.
Explore the legacy of this classic tram, a testament to Japanese railway engineering.
JR Kyushu Chikutetsu 2000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | JR Kyushu · 1967 | |
| Top speed | 60 km/h37 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Train length | 25.3 m83 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 2.4 m7 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.94 m12 ft 11 in |
Operators of the JR Kyushu Chikutetsu 2000
Railway companies that have operated the Chikutetsu 2000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Chikuho Electric Railroad Co., Ltd. | Chikutetsu 2000 | Japan |
