Baldwin ED22

Built by Baldwin, Nippon Sharyo

Weight

29 t

63,934 lb

Length

9.15 m

30 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Baldwin ED22

Discover the ED22, an iconic electric locomotive from Japan's railway heritage.

Built by Baldwin and Nippon Sharyo, this remarkable machine served the Kōnan Railway Company, showcasing robust engineering and operational efficiency.

Designed with a 1067 mm gauge and a Bo'Bo' axle configuration, the ED22 was perfectly suited for the intricate rail networks of Japan.

Its compact dimensions, measuring 9.15 meters in length, 2.44 meters in width, and 3.88 meters in height, highlight its versatility and practical design for various railway tasks.

Weighing 29 tons and operating on 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the ED22 stands as a testament to reliable and efficient electric locomotion, playing a vital role in Japanese rail transport.

Baldwin ED22 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Baldwin, Nippon Sharyo
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	9.15 m30 ft 0 in	30 ft 0 in
Width	2.44 m8 ft 0 in	8 ft 0 in
Height	3.88 m12 ft 9 in	12 ft 9 in
Weight	29 t63,934 lb	63,934 lb