© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo KiHa 183-5200
Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo KiHa 183-5200
Explore the KiHa 183-5200, a dynamic DMU from the Hokkaido Railway Company that has proudly served Japan.
Built by esteemed manufacturers including Hitachi, Kawasaki, and Nippon Sharyo, this train combines reliability with performance, reaching speeds of up to 120 km/h.
Featuring a 5-car formation, the KiHa 183-5200 offers a smooth and comfortable travel experience on 1067 mm gauge tracks.
A piece of Japanese railway history, ready to captivate enthusiasts and travelers alike.
The KiHa 183-5200 model represents the evolution of the JNR 183 series, embodying the engineering and design that have defined rail transport in Japan.
Nippon Sharyo KiHa 183-5200 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | JNR 183 | |
| Built by | Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kinki Sharyo, Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car · 1992 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Formation | 5 cars (4M1T) | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo KiHa 183-5200
Railway companies that have operated the KiHa 183-5200, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Railway Company | JR Hokkaidō KiHa 183-5200 | Japan |
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