ED16 is a classic Japanese electric locomotive introduced in 1931 (Showa 6). Eighteen units were built as a domestically produced compact medium-sized standard class and initially served on mountain electrified lines such as the Sasago Tunnel on the Chuo Line and the Shimizu Tunnel on the Joetsu Line. After World War II, units were assigned to the Ome Line, Itsukaichi Line, and Nambu Line (Tachikawa Depot) and later the Hanwa Line (Otori Depot). Around 1965 (Showa 40) all 18 units were consolidated at Tachikawa Depot and used on dedicated limestone freight trains connecting Okutama and the Keihin industrial area. Because the Ome Line had a lower track classification, the class’s relatively light axle load allowed long-term operation. The ED16 finished service with a farewell run in 1983 (Showa 58).
Key features
- Prototype: modeled on the late Tachikawa Depot appearance from the Showa 40s
- Authentic detailing: body banding and rivets unique to vintage electric locomotives, realistically rendered deck area for a compact yet substantial style
- Front windows with black H-rubber seals, surge arrester arranged behind the pantograph, snowplow not fitted
- Slotless motor provides smooth and quiet operation; despite its medium size, capable of hauling a full HOKI2500/9500 consist (16 freight wagons plus a guard’s van)
- Selectable number plates: 3, 10, 16, 18
- Selectable maker plates: Kawasaki, Mitsubishi, Hitachi
- Functional headlight
- Standard equipped with an Arnold coupler; replacement knuckle coupler included
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