KiHa 185 series

KiHa 185 series
A KiHa 185 series train on an Ishizuchi service in 1989
In service 1986–present
Constructed 1986–1988
Entered service November 1986
Number in service 52 vehicles
Operator(s) JNR(1986–1987)
JR Kyushu(1987–present)
JR Shikoku(1987–present)
Specifications
Car body construction Stainless steel
Doors Two per side
Maximum speed 110 km/h (70 mph)
Track gauge 1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)

The KiHa 185 series (キハ185系) is a diesel multiple unit (DMU) train type operated by Japanese National Railways in Japan since November 1986, and later operated by Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) and Shikoku Railway Company (JR Shikoku)[1]

Fleet

As of 1 April 2016, JR Kyushu operates 20 185 series vehicles, and JR Shikoku operates 32.[2]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Jēāru zensharyō handobukku: Rail Magazine 2009 JR全車輌ハンドブック2009 [JR Rolling Stock Handbook 2009]. Japan: Neko Publishing. 2009. p. 439–440. ISBN 978-4-7770-0836-0.
  2. ↑ Jr気動車客車編成表 2016 JR気動車客車編成表 2016 [JR DMU & Coaching Stock Formations - 2016] (in Japanese). Japan: Kotsu Shimbunsha. 22 June 2016. p. 234. ISBN 978-4-330-69016-2.
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