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Diesel multiple unit

Niigata Transys KiHa 111-100

Built by FHI, Niigata Transys

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1991–1992
42 units

Overview of the Niigata Transys KiHa 111-100

Discover the KiHa 111-100, a reliable diesel multiple unit (DMU) proudly operated by East Japan Railway Company in Japan.

Built between 1991 and 1992 by FHI and Niigata Transys, this locomotive is a key part of the KiHa 100 series, known for its efficient service on Japanese rail networks.

With a maximum speed of 100 km/h and a car length of 20.5 meters, the KiHa 111-100 is a familiar sight, contributing to the smooth operation of passenger transport.

Its 1067 mm gauge ensures seamless integration with the country's extensive railway infrastructure, making it a vital component of Japan's rail system.

Niigata Transys KiHa 111-100 technical specifications

Value
SeriesKiHa 100
Built byFHI, Niigata Transys · 1991–199242 units
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Car length20.5 m67 ft 3 in

Operators of the Niigata Transys KiHa 111-100

Railway companies that have operated the KiHa 111-100, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East KiHa 111-100Japan

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