© trainspo.comKawasaki ED16
Built by Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Toshiba, Kawasaki
Overview of the Kawasaki ED16
Explore the iconic ED16 electric locomotive, a true workhorse of Japanese rail transport.
Built by renowned manufacturers like Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Toshiba, and Kawasaki, this robust engine has served the Japan Freight Railway Company faithfully.
With a top speed of 65 km/h and weighing 77 tons, the ED16 has been instrumental in freight operations across Japan.
Its dimensions of 2.81 meters in width and 3.94 meters in height are perfectly suited for the Japanese railway network.
Operating on 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the ED16 exemplifies efficient and enduring engineering.
Discover the history and legacy of this significant locomotive, a testament to Japanese railway innovation.
Kawasaki ED16 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Toshiba, Kawasaki | |
| Top speed | 65 km/h40 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Width | 2.81 m9 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 3.94 m12 ft 11 in | |
| Weight | 77 t169,756 lb |
Operators of the Kawasaki ED16
Railway companies that have operated the ED16, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Japan Freight Railway Company | JR Freight ED16 | Japan |
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