Nigatatekkosho JNR DD56

Built by Nigatatekkosho

Weight

56 t

123,459 lb

Length

14.05 m

46 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Axle arrangement

B'B'

Overview of the Nigatatekkosho JNR DD56

Discover the JNR DD56 diesel locomotive, a robust piece of Japanese railway engineering.

Built by Nigatatekkosho, this powerful locomotive measures 14.05 meters in length and features a B'B' wheel arrangement for excellent traction.

Operating on a 1067 mm gauge, the JNR DD56 weighs 56 tons, making it a versatile workhorse for various rail lines.

Its dimensions, 2.72 meters wide and 4.06 meters high, give it a distinctive and commanding presence.

This reliable locomotive served with distinguished Japanese railway companies, including Akita Rinkai, Fukushima Rinkai Railway, and Iwate Kaihatsu Tetsudō.

The JNR DD56 embodies the enduring strength and dependability of Japanese diesel power.

Nigatatekkosho JNR DD56 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Nigatatekkosho
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	14.05 m46 ft 1 in	46 ft 1 in
Width	2.72 m8 ft 11 in	8 ft 11 in
Height	4.06 m13 ft 4 in	13 ft 4 in
Weight	56 t123,459 lb	123,459 lb