© trainspo.comNiigata Transys KiHa 54-500
Built by Niigata Transys, FHI
Overview of the Niigata Transys KiHa 54-500
Discover the KiHa 54-500, a reliable Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) operated by the Hokkaido Railway Company in Japan.
Built by Niigata Transys and FHI, this model is designed for durability and efficiency on the challenging routes of Hokkaido.
With a top speed of 110 km/h and seating for 70 passengers, the KiHa 54-500 offers a comfortable travel experience.
Its 1067 mm gauge and compact dimensions, including a car length of 21.3 meters, make it perfectly suited for the Japanese railway network.
Weighing 39 tons, this locomotive represents a blend of robust engineering and passenger-focused design.
Niigata Transys KiHa 54-500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | KiHa 54 | |
| Built by | Niigata Transys, FHI | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Capacity | 70 seats | |
| Car length | 21.3 m69 ft 11 in | |
| Width | 2.92 m9 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 3.62 m11 ft 11 in | |
| Weight | 39 t85,980 lb |
Operators of the Niigata Transys KiHa 54-500
Railway companies that have operated the KiHa 54-500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Railway Company | JR Hokkaidō KiHa 54-500 | Japan |
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