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Electric locomotive

Kawasaki JNR ED50

Built by Kawasaki

Weight
40 t
88,185 lb
Length
10.12 m
33 ft 2 in
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1928
1 units

Overview of the Kawasaki JNR ED50

Explore the JNR ED50, a fascinating electric locomotive steeped in Japanese railway history.

Built in 1928 by Kawasaki, this robust machine boasts impressive dimensions and engineering from its era.

It served on the Gakunan Railway, classified as the Gakunan ED50, showcasing its enduring functionality.

Operating on a 1067 mm gauge with a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the JNR ED50 is a testament to durable design.

Weighing 40 tons and measuring 10.12 meters in length, it presents a powerful silhouette.

A must-see for train enthusiasts and those interested in transportation heritage.

Kawasaki JNR ED50 technical specifications

Value
Built byKawasaki · 19281 units
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Length10.12 m33 ft 2 in
Width2.7 m8 ft 10 in
Height4.17 m13 ft 8 in
Weight40 t88,185 lb
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Operators of the Kawasaki JNR ED50

Railway companies that have operated the JNR ED50, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Gakunan RailwayGakunan ED50Japan

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