© trainspo.comNiigata Yurikogen YR-1500
Built by Niigata
Overview of the Niigata Yurikogen YR-1500
Discover the Yurikogen YR-1500, a notable DMU model known for its compact 15-meter length.
Built by Niigata in 1985, this locomotive operates on a 1067 mm gauge.
Originally serving the Yurikogen Railway in Japan, the YR-1500 is a fine example of Japanese railway engineering.
Niigata Yurikogen YR-1500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Niigata · 19855 units | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Car length | 15 m49 ft 3 in |
Operators of the Niigata Yurikogen YR-1500
Railway companies that have operated the Yurikogen YR-1500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Yurikogen Railway | Yurikogen YR-1500 | Japan |
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