[Model/Name] Model
KIHA 181-Series
This limited express diesel car uses a 500PS drive engine to achieve a speed of 120 km/h. The Kiha 181 lead car has a drive engine and electric generator engine. Intermediate KIHA 181 and KIRO 180 cars have heat radiators on the roofs to dispel heat during high-speed operation. These trains are now being used only on JR West lines, primarily on the San-in Line.
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KIHA 181 |
KIHA 180 |
Capacity |
52 |
76 |
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Weight (tons) |
approx.47 |
approx.45 |
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Years Manufactured |
1968 to 1972 |
Dimensions |
Max. Length
(mm) |
21,300 |
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Max. Width
(mm) |
2,903 |
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Roof Height
(mm) |
3,955 |
4,067 |
Operator's Cabin |
Operation from One Side Only |
- |
Max. Operating Speed (km/h) |
120 |
Mechanical System/Output |
DML30HSE X 1 Unit 500PS/1,600rpm |
Based at |
Kyoto General Transport Maintenance Center?AGoto General Car Maintenance Center and Tottori Railway Operations Department |
Primary Service Areas |
San-in Main Line
(Asashio, Hamakaze, Oki, Inaba, etc.) |
