© trainspo.comToshiba ED79
Built by Toshiba, JR Freight
Overview of the Toshiba ED79
Discover the ED79 electric locomotive, a cornerstone of Japanese railway transport.
Manufactured by Toshiba and JR Freight, this powerful machine entered service with the Hokkaido Railway Company (JR Hokkaidō).
With a power output of 1900 kW and a top speed of 100 km/h, the ED79 is built for demanding track conditions.
Its Bo'Bo' axle configuration and 1067 mm gauge provide remarkable stability for its operations.
Measuring 14.3 meters in length, it integrates seamlessly into Japanese railway infrastructure.
The ED79 operates on a 20 kV AC 60 Hz electric system, showcasing its efficiency and reliability.
This model embodies Japanese railway engineering, ready to tackle any freight transport challenge.
Explore the robustness and performance of this iconic locomotive.
The ED79 represents power and durability on Japan's rails.
Toshiba ED79 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | ED79 | |
| Built by | Toshiba, JR Freight | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 1,900 kW2,548 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 14.3 m46 ft 11 in | |
| Width | 3.07 m10 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 4.28 m14 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 68 t149,914 lb |
Operators of the Toshiba ED79
Railway companies that have operated the ED79, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Railway Company | JR Hokkaidō ED79 | Japan |
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