© trainspo.comKisha JNR DD14
Built by Kawasaki, Kisha
Overview of the Kisha JNR DD14
Discover the JNR DD14, an iconic diesel locomotive built by Kawasaki and Kisha between 1966 and 1979.
This powerful machine operated in Japan as part of the East Japan Railway Company, classified as JR East DD14.
Designed for the 1067 mm gauge, typical of Japanese railways, the JNR DD14 boasts a top speed of 70 km/h.
Its impressive dimensions of 2.97 meters wide and 3.93 meters high give it a commanding presence.
Powered by a DMF31SB-R prime mover, the JNR DD14 represents a significant piece of Japanese railway history.
Kisha JNR DD14 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Kawasaki, Kisha · 1966–197948 units | |
| Top speed | 70 km/h43 mph | |
| Prime mover | DMF31SB-R | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Width | 2.97 m9 ft 9 in | |
| Height | 3.93 m12 ft 11 in |
Operators of the Kisha JNR DD14
Railway companies that have operated the JNR DD14, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East DD14 | Japan |
Kisha JNR DD14 photos
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