Niigata Transys KiHa 28

Discover the classic KiHa 28, a notable Japanese diesel multiple unit (DMU) with a rich history.

This particular DMU model, often associated with the Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) as the JR Kyushu KiHa 28, represents a significant piece of Japanese railway heritage.

Built by prominent manufacturers like FHI, Niigata Transys, Nippon Sharyo, Teikoku Sharyo, and Tokyu Car, the KiHa 28 boasts a robust design. It operates on a 1067mm gauge, a common standard in Japan, and can reach a top speed of 95 km/h.

With a car length of 21.3 meters, a width of 2.94 meters, and a height of 3.92 meters, the KiHa 28 is a familiar sight on many Japanese lines.

Explore more about this iconic locomotive and its contributions to the Japanese railway network.