Toshiba JNR ED75

Built by Hitachi, Toshiba, Mitsubishi

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Weight

67 t

147,710 lb

Length

14.3 m

46 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1963–1976

302 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Toshiba JNR ED75

Discover the JNR ED75, a versatile electric locomotive that has served Japan for decades.

Built by Hitachi, Toshiba, and Mitsubishi between 1963 and 1976, this robust engine boasts a top speed of 100 km/h and operates on a 1067 mm gauge.

With a weight of 67 tons and a length of 14.3 meters, the ED75 is characterized by its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, making it a reliable workhorse for both Japanese National Railways and Japan Freight Railway Company.

Explore the history and specifications of this iconic Japanese electric locomotive.

Toshiba JNR ED75 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	ED75
Built by	Hitachi, Toshiba, Mitsubishi · 1963–1976302 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	14.3 m46 ft 11 in	46 ft 11 in
Width	2.8 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in
Weight	67 t147,710 lb	147,710 lb