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Diesel locomotive

Kawasaki DD16-0

Built by Kawasaki, Nippon Sharyo

Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1971–1974

Overview of the Kawasaki DD16-0

Discover the robust DD16-0 diesel locomotive, a testament to Japanese railway engineering from Kawasaki and Nippon Sharyo, built between 1971 and 1974.

This powerful diesel locomotive operates on a 1067 mm gauge, making it a versatile workhorse for various rail lines.

The DD16-0 has proudly served companies like the East Japan Railway Company, recognized as JR East DD16-0.

Its reliable performance and functional design have cemented its status as a dependable and iconic diesel locomotive in Japan's railway history.

Kawasaki DD16-0 technical specifications

Value
SeriesDD16
Built byKawasaki, Nippon Sharyo · 1971–1974
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in

Operators of the Kawasaki DD16-0

Railway companies that have operated the DD16-0, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
East Japan Railway CompanyJR East DD16-0Japan

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