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Diesel multiple unit

JR West Kiha 120-300

Built by JR West, Niigata Transys

Top speed
95 km/h
59 mph
Weight
63 t
138,891 lb
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1992–1996
89 units

Overview of the JR West Kiha 120-300

Discover the KiHa 120-300, a versatile Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) that serves the railway network of Japan.

Operated by the West Japan Railway Company (JR West), these trains are a common sight, contributing to efficient regional transportation.

Built by JR West and Niigata Transys between 1992 and 1996, the KiHa 120-300 series boasts a top speed of 95 km/h and features a standard gauge of 1067 mm. Its compact design, with a car length of 16.3 meters and a width of 3.19 meters, makes it suitable for various routes.

Weighing approximately 63 tons, this DMU is a reliable workhorse for JR West's operations, ensuring smooth journeys for passengers across its service areas. Explore the world of Japanese rail with the enduring KiHa 120-300.

JR West Kiha 120-300 technical specifications

Value
Built byJR West, Niigata Transys · 1992–199689 units
Top speed95 km/h59 mph
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length16.3 m53 ft 6 in
Width3.19 m10 ft 6 in
Weight63 t138,891 lb

Operators of the JR West Kiha 120-300

Railway companies that have operated the Kiha 120-300, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
West Japan Railway CompanyJR West KiHa 120-300Japan

JR West Kiha 120-300 photos

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