Hitachi LDK50

Built by Hitachi, Kisha, Nippon Sharyo

Weight

20 t

44,092 lb

Length

7.3 m

23 ft 11 in

Track gauge

762 mm

Narrow gauge

Axle arrangement

D' h2

Overview of the Hitachi LDK50

Discover the LDK50, a versatile steam locomotive designed for narrow-gauge railways.

This robust locomotive, built by Hitachi, Kisha, and Nippon Sharyo, features a powerful 0-8-0 Whyte notation and a 762 mm gauge, making it ideal for challenging terrains.

It served with distinction in Taiwan under the Taiwan Railway Administration as the TRA LDK50.

With a length of 7.3 meters and a weight of 20 tons, the LDK50 is a compact yet capable machine, measuring 3.03 meters in height.

Explore the historical significance and operational capabilities of this classic steam engine.

Hitachi LDK50 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Hitachi, Kisha, Nippon Sharyo
Track gauge	762 mmNarrow gauge2 ft 6 in	2 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	D' h2
Whyte notation	0-8-0
Length	7.3 m23 ft 11 in	23 ft 11 in
Height	3.03 m9 ft 11 in	9 ft 11 in
Weight	20 t44,092 lb	44,092 lb