© trainspo.comToshiba JNR ED45
Built by ToyoDenki, ToyoKouki, Seibu, Toshiba
Overview of the Toshiba JNR ED45
Discover the JNR ED45, a distinctive electric locomotive that has served Japan's railway network.
This powerful locomotive, with a 1067mm gauge, boasts a robust build from manufacturers like Toyo Denki and Toshiba.
Its compact dimensions, including a length of 12.8 meters, make it suitable for various operational needs.
The JNR ED45 operates on a 1.5 kV DC electric system, showcasing its efficiency and reliability in its role.
Featured in the Sangi Railway's fleet as the Sangi ED45, it represents a significant piece of Japanese railway history.
This locomotive, weighing 45 tons, offers a blend of practical engineering and operational capability.
Explore the specifications and heritage of the JNR ED45 electric locomotive, a testament to Japanese engineering excellence in rail transport.
Toshiba JNR ED45 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | JNR ED45 | |
| Built by | ToyoDenki, ToyoKouki, Seibu, Toshiba | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| Length | 12.8 m42 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 2.64 m8 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 3.98 m13 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 45 t99,208 lb |
Operators of the Toshiba JNR ED45
Railway companies that have operated the JNR ED45, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Sangi Railway | Sangi ED45 | Japan |
Toshiba JNR ED45 photos
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