© trainspo.comNiigata MT-2000
Built by Niigata
Overview of the Niigata MT-2000
Discover the MT-2000 railcar, a sleek and efficient locomotive built by Niigata in 1986 for the Minami Aso Railway in Japan.
This remarkable vehicle, designed with a 1067 mm gauge, boasts a comfortable capacity of 53 seats, embodying Japanese engineering excellence.
Measuring 16.3 meters in length, 3 meters in width, and 3.86 meters in height, the MT-2000 is perfectly optimized for its operational environment on the Japanese railway network. It stands as a testament to precision design and functionality for rail enthusiasts.
Niigata MT-2000 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Niigata · 1986 | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Capacity | 53 seats | |
| Length | 16.3 m53 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 3 m9 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.86 m12 ft 8 in |
Operators of the Niigata MT-2000
Railway companies that have operated the MT-2000, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Minami Aso Railway | Minamiaso MT-2000 | Japan |
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