The EH10 class of electric locomotives were

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two-unit DC freight locomotives operated by

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(JNR) in Japan from 1954 until 1982. The exterior was designed by industrial designer Masao Hagiwara. The EH10 was used for 1,200 tonne freight trains on the

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between

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(Shiodome) and

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(Umeda).

Preserved examples

One example, EH10 61, is preserved at Higashi-Awaji Minami Park in

. File:EH10 Higashi Awaji Nishi.JPG, Preserved EH10 61 in August 2013.

Classification

The EH0 classification for this locomotive type is explained below. * E: Electric locomotive * H: Eight driving axles * 10: Locomotive with a maximum speed of 85 km/h or less

References

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Preserved examples

Classification

See also

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