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Electric locomotive

Hitachi YAM-1

Built by Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Toshiba

Weight
52 t
114,640 lb
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Years built
1964–1966
20 units

Overview of the Hitachi YAM-1

Explore the YAM-1, a notable electric locomotive that served Indian Railways with distinction.

Manufactured between 1964 and 1966 by leading companies like Mitsubishi, Hitachi, and Toshiba, the YAM-1 represents a significant period in Indian railway history.

This locomotive features a 1000 mm gauge and weighs 52 tons, optimized for efficient operation. It was powered by a 25 kV AC 50 Hz electrical system, showcasing the technological advancements of its era.

The YAM-1 played a vital role in both passenger and freight services, contributing to the modernization of India's railway network. Its robust design and dependable performance made it a cornerstone of Indian rail transport, leaving a lasting legacy.

Hitachi YAM-1 technical specifications

Value
Built byMitsubishi, Hitachi, Toshiba · 1964–196620 units
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
Weight52 t114,640 lb

Operators of the Hitachi YAM-1

Railway companies that have operated the YAM-1, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Indian RailwaysIR YAM-1India

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