© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo KiHa 20
Built by Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Teikoku Sharyo, FHI, Nippon Sharyo, Niigata
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo KiHa 20
Discover the KiHa 20, an authentic Japanese railcar that embodies the prowess of Japanese railway engineering. Built by esteemed manufacturers like Nippon Sharyo and Tokyu Car, this model is a testament to reliability and efficiency in rail transport.
Measuring 20 meters in length, this railcar operates on a 1067 mm gauge track, a common standard in Japan. Its adaptable design has seen it serve various railway companies, including the Hitachinaka Seaside Railway, Isumi Railway Company, and Mizushima Rinkai Railway, often designated as Hitachinaka DC20 or Isumi KiHa 20.
The KiHa 20 stands as a significant piece of Japan's railway heritage, offering a genuine travel experience and a fascinating glimpse into the nation's transport history. It's an ideal subject for railway modeling enthusiasts and history collectors alike.
Nippon Sharyo KiHa 20 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | KiHa 20 | |
| Built by | Nippon Sharyo, Tokyu Car, Teikoku Sharyo, FHI, Nippon Sharyo, Niigata | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Length | 20 m65 ft 7 in |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo KiHa 20
Railway companies that have operated the KiHa 20, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hitachinaka Seaside Railway | Hitachinaka DC20 | Japan |
| Isumi Railway Company | Isumi KiHa 20 | Japan |
| Mizushima Rinkai Railway | MRR KiHa 20 | Japan |
Nippon Sharyo KiHa 20 photos
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