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Steam locomotive

Kisha LDK50

Built by Hitachi, Kisha, Nippon Sharyo

Weight
20 t
44,092 lb
Length
7.3 m
23 ft 11 in
Track gauge
762 mm
Narrow gauge
Axle arrangement
D' h2

Overview of the Kisha LDK50

Explore the LDK50, a notable steam locomotive that served the Taiwan Railway Administration (TRA) in Taiwan.

Built by Hitachi, Kisha, and Nippon Sharyo, this 0-8-0 locomotive is recognized for its robust construction and reliability.

Featuring a narrow gauge of 762 mm and a classic Whyte notation, the LDK50 represents a significant piece of Taiwanese railway heritage.

This 7.3-meter-long, 20-ton locomotive, with a height of 3.03 meters, is a testament to enduring engineering.

Discover the LDK50, a versatile 0-8-0 steam engine with a UIC axle designation of D' h2, perfect for historical railway enthusiasts.

Kisha LDK50 technical specifications

Value
Built byHitachi, Kisha, Nippon Sharyo
Track gauge762 mmNarrow gauge2 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementD' h2
Whyte notation0-8-0
Length7.3 m23 ft 11 in
Height3.03 m9 ft 11 in
Weight20 t44,092 lb
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Operators of the Kisha LDK50

Railway companies that have operated the LDK50, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Taiwan Railway AdministrationTRA LDK50Taiwan

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