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Diesel multiple unit

Nippon Sharyo JR West KiHa 187

Built by Niigata Transys, Nippon Sharyo

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo JR West KiHa 187

Discover the JR West KiHa 187, a modern diesel multiple unit (DMU) designed for Japan's extensive railway network. Built by Niigata Transys and Nippon Sharyo, this efficient train serves the West Japan Railway Company, offering swift and reliable passenger transport.

With a top speed of 120 km/h, the KiHa 187 is engineered for performance and plays a vital role in regional travel. Its compact 2-car formation provides operational flexibility, perfectly suited for diverse routes across the region.

Operating on a 1067 mm gauge, this DMU is integrated seamlessly into Japan's railway infrastructure. Its dimensions, including a car length of 21.3 meters, a width of 2.85 meters, and a height of 3.47 meters, ensure it navigates various lines with ease. The JR West KiHa 187 embodies dependability and advanced technology, contributing significantly to the advancement of rail transportation in western Japan.

Nippon Sharyo JR West KiHa 187 technical specifications

Value
Built byNiigata Transys, Nippon Sharyo
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Formation2 cars
Car length21.3 m69 ft 11 in
Width2.85 m9 ft 4 in
Height3.47 m11 ft 5 in

Operators of the Nippon Sharyo JR West KiHa 187

Railway companies that have operated the JR West KiHa 187, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
West Japan Railway CompanyJR West KiHa 187Japan

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