Kisha JNR C56

Built by Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kisha, Mitsubishi, Nippon Sharyo

Top speed

75 km/h

47 mph

Weight

65.5 t

144,469 lb

Length

14.32 m

47 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1935–1939

164 units

Axle arrangement

1'C' h2

Overview of the Kisha JNR C56

Discover the JNR C56 steam locomotive, a remarkable piece of Japanese railway history.

Built between 1935 and 1939 by esteemed manufacturers including Hitachi and Kawasaki, this engine served the Japanese National Railways.

Featuring a 2-6-0 Whyte notation, it achieved a top speed of 75 km/h, showcasing its robust engineering.

With a weight of 65.53 tonnes and a length of 14.32 meters, the JNR C56 demonstrated its reliability and versatility, even finding service with the State Railway of Thailand.

This adaptable locomotive operated on both 1067 mm and 1000 mm gauges, cementing its legacy across different railway systems.

Kisha JNR C56 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Hitachi, Kawasaki, Kisha, Mitsubishi, Nippon Sharyo · 1935–1939164 units
Top speed	75 km/h47 mph	47 mph
Track gauge	1067 mm, 1000 mm
UIC axle arrangement	1'C' h2
Whyte notation	2-6-0
Length	14.32 m47 ft 0 in	47 ft 0 in
Weight	65.53 t144,469 lb	144,469 lb