© trainspo.comMitsubishi JNR ED75-700
Built by Hitachi, Toshiba, Mitsubishi
Overview of the Mitsubishi JNR ED75-700
Discover the robust JNR ED75-700, a classic electric locomotive that served the East Japan Railway Company.
Built between 1971 and 1976 by Hitachi, Toshiba, and Mitsubishi, this powerful machine was a workhorse on Japanese railways.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a weight of 67 tons, the ED75-700 was designed for efficiency and reliability.
Its 1067 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement made it suitable for a variety of heavy-duty tasks.
Explore the legacy of this iconic Japanese locomotive, a testament to engineering excellence.
Mitsubishi JNR ED75-700 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | ED75 | |
| Built by | Hitachi, Toshiba, Mitsubishi · 1971–197691 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 14.3 m46 ft 11 in | |
| Width | 2.8 m9 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 67 t147,710 lb |
Operators of the Mitsubishi JNR ED75-700
Railway companies that have operated the JNR ED75-700, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| East Japan Railway Company | JR East ED75-700 | Japan |
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