Product Description
The ED61 was a pioneer of new-generation electric locomotives for DC power. Designed for use on gradient lines, it played an active role in freight and passenger trains on the Chuo and Kisei lines.
[Product Introduction]
- The ED61, along with the ED60, was developed to provide the capability to haul freight trains in double-headed configuration on DC sections, and is a locomotive specifically designed for use on steep gradient lines.
- A prototype appeared in 1958, and mass-produced units were manufactured the following year, with all 18 units being assigned to the Kofu and Hachioji locomotive depots.
- It was mainly used to haul freight trains on the Chuo Main Line east of Kofu (Kofu to Hachioji).
- In 1972, two units were transferred to the Ryūge locomotive depot and operated on the Kisei Main Line. However, as successor locomotives appeared on the Chūō Main Line, their area of operation gradually decreased. Around the same time, the Iida Line needed to replace older locomotives, and from 1974 onwards, all units were sequentially modified and reappeared as ED62s. From then on, they were engaged in freight transport on the Iida Line and remained in service until 2002.
- It is possible to recreate the impressive freight trains with double-headed ED61 locomotives that were once seen on the Chuo Main Line.
- You can enjoy operating your train by stringing together your favorite Japanese National Railways (JNR) type freight cars.
[Product features]
- This product replicates the ED61 from the 1960s, when it had its original single headlight, box-type driving wheels, and was painted in the standard Japanese National Railways blue livery.
- Reproduces the original front icicle cutter, front windows with defrosters, and skirt with equipment for double-heading.
- Reproduces the distinctive feature seen on units 1-11, which has a horn-like shape around the headlight frame.
- Headlights illuminate (using warm white LEDs)
- The slotless motor provides smooth and quiet operation.
- Standard equipped with Arnold couplers, replacement knuckle couplers included.
- Selectable manufacturer's plates: [Kawasaki Vehicle/Kawasaki Heavy Industries][Hitachi][Toshiba] / Selectable license plates: [4][8][10][17]
[Set contents]
- ED61
[accessories]
- Selectable license plates
- Selectable Manufacturer's Plate
- Replacement knuckle coupler
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Product Specifications
- Item code
- 3097
- JAN code
- 4949727704586
Purchase Information
* This product has a cancellation deadline. Once the deadline has passed, cancellations are not accepted.
This item is limited to 12 per household.