Toshiba NZR EA

Built by Toshiba

Top speed

72 km/h

45 mph

Power output

960 kW

1,287 hp

Length

11.6 m

38 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1968

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Toshiba NZR EA

Discover the NZR EA, an iconic electric locomotive that represents a significant piece of New Zealand's railway heritage.

Manufactured by Toshiba in 1968, this robust electric unit is powered by a 1.5 kV DC system, delivering an impressive 960 kW of power.

Its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a gauge of 1067 mm make it perfectly suited for the operational needs of KiwiRail Holdings Limited, capable of reaching speeds up to 72 km/h.

Measuring 11.6 meters in length, the NZR EA stands as a testament to the efficiency and enduring legacy of New Zealand's rail transport.

Toshiba NZR EA technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Toshiba · 1968
Top speed	72 km/h45 mph	45 mph
Power output	960 kW1,287 hp	1,287 hp
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	11.6 m38 ft 1 in	38 ft 1 in