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Nippon Sharyo JNR C50

Built by Kisha, Kawasaki, Mitsubishi, Nippon Sharyo, Hitachi

Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1929–1933
154 units
Axle arrangement
1'C' h2

Overview of the Nippon Sharyo JNR C50

Explore the JNR C50, an iconic steam locomotive that played a vital role in Japan's railway history. Built between 1929 and 1933 by esteemed manufacturers like Kisha, Kawasaki, Mitsubishi, Nippon Sharyo, and Hitachi, this impressive machine features a 1067 mm gauge.

The JNR C50 boasts a 2-6-0 wheel arrangement, famously known as the "Mogul" type. This design offered a balanced performance, making it suitable for both freight and passenger services across the Japanese National Railways network.

A true testament to early 20th-century railway engineering, the JNR C50 embodies the spirit of its era. Its robust construction and historical significance continue to captivate steam locomotive enthusiasts worldwide.

Nippon Sharyo JNR C50 technical specifications

Value
Built byKisha, Kawasaki, Mitsubishi, Nippon Sharyo, Hitachi · 1929–1933154 units
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement1'C' h2
Whyte notation2-6-0

Operators of the Nippon Sharyo JNR C50

Railway companies that have operated the JNR C50, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Japanese National RailwaysJNR C50Japan

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