JR Freight JNR ED79-50s

Built by Toshiba, JR Freight

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

1,900 kW

2,548 hp

Weight

68 t

149,914 lb

Length

14.3 m

46 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the JR Freight JNR ED79-50s

Discover the JNR ED79-50s, an iconic electric locomotive that was a cornerstone of Japan's freight rail transport.

Built by Toshiba and JR Freight, this robust machine features a Bo'Bo' axle configuration and a top speed of 100 km/h, making it a reliable workhorse on the 1067 mm gauge lines.

With a powerful 1900 kW output, the JNR ED79-50s exemplifies the impressive engineering of Japanese railway history.

Explore the specifics of this unique model and its significant role within the Japan Freight Railway Company, a must-see for train enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

JR Freight JNR ED79-50s technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	ED79
Built by	Toshiba, JR Freight
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	1,900 kW2,548 hp	2,548 hp
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	14.3 m46 ft 11 in	46 ft 11 in
Width	3.07 m10 ft 1 in	10 ft 1 in
Height	4.28 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	68 t149,914 lb	149,914 lb