© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo DD60
Built by Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo DD60
Discover the impressive DD60 diesel locomotive, a robust and reliable workhorse known for its dependable performance.
Built by Nippon Sharyo in 2005, this locomotive operates on a 1067 mm gauge track.
Its B'B' axle configuration ensures excellent stability and maneuverability, while its 60-ton weight makes it suitable for a variety of applications.
Currently, the DD60 proudly serves the Kanagawa Rinkai Railway in Japan, as part of their distinguished "Kanarin DD60" class.
Explore the engineering and efficiency that make the DD60 a vital component of rail transport.
Nippon Sharyo DD60 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Nippon Sharyo · 2005 | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Weight | 60 t132,277 lb |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo DD60
Railway companies that have operated the DD60, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kanagawa Rinkai Railway | Kanarin DD60 | Japan |
Nippon Sharyo DD60 photos
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