© trainspo.comNiigata Amagi AR300
Built by FHI, Niigata
Overview of the Niigata Amagi AR300
Discover the Amagi AR300, a versatile diesel multiple unit (DMU) designed for passenger transport on the Japanese railway network.
Built in 2001 by FHI and Niigata, this modern DMU offers efficiency and reliability, operating on a 1067 mm gauge.
With a car length of 18.5 meters, a width of 2.8 meters, and a height of 3.99 meters, the Amagi AR300 is perfectly suited for local infrastructure.
This locomotive provides a comfortable and dependable connection for the Amagi Railway, showcasing Japanese engineering excellence.
Explore the blend of performance and quality that defines the Amagi AR300 on the rails.
Niigata Amagi AR300 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | FHI, Niigata · 20017 units | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 18.5 m60 ft 8 in | |
| Width | 2.8 m9 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 3.99 m13 ft 1 in |
Operators of the Niigata Amagi AR300
Railway companies that have operated the Amagi AR300, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Amagi Railway | Amatetsu AR300 | Japan |
Niigata Amagi AR300 photos
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