© trainspo.comNippon Sharyo JNR D800
Built by Nippon Sharyo
Overview of the Nippon Sharyo JNR D800
Explore the iconic JNR D800 diesel locomotive, a symbol of Japanese railway engineering.
Built by Nippon Sharyo and part of the DD13 series, this robust locomotive operates on a 1067 mm gauge with a B'B' axle configuration.
Measuring 13.6 meters long and weighing 55 tons, the JNR D800 is capable of speeds up to 70 km/h, making it a reliable workhorse.
Classified as @private-jp D800 for private owners in Japan, this diesel locomotive holds a special place in railway history.
A must-see for rail enthusiasts and collectors, the JNR D800 exemplifies durable and efficient Japanese railway design.
Nippon Sharyo JNR D800 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | DD13 | |
| Built by | Nippon Sharyo | |
| Top speed | 70 km/h43 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Length | 13.6 m44 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.85 m9 ft 4 in | |
| Height | 3.77 m12 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 55 t121,254 lb |
Operators of the Nippon Sharyo JNR D800
Railway companies that have operated the JNR D800, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Private owners group | @private-jp D800 | Japan |
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