© trainspo.comMitsubishi ED16
Built by Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Toshiba, Kawasaki
Overview of the Mitsubishi ED16
Explore the ED16 electric locomotive, a testament to Japanese engineering prowess.
Built by prominent manufacturers like Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Toshiba, and Kawasaki, this powerful machine served the Japan Freight Railway Company (JR Freight).
With a top speed of 65 km/h, the ED16 is a robust locomotive weighing 77 tons. Its thoughtful design, measuring 2.81 m wide and 3.94 m high, showcases its adaptability to Japanese railway infrastructure.
Powered by a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the ED16 was a cornerstone of freight transport in Japan. Its history, documented on ja.wikipedia.org, highlights its significant role in the nation's railway landscape.
Mitsubishi 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 Mitsubishi 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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