Description

The EF64 1000 was developed for graded tracks, with 53 cars manufactured between 1980 and 1982. While its performance is nearly identical to the 0 series, the 1000 series underwent a redesign to combat snow damage and a complete redesign of its specifications, resulting in a completely different appearance from the 0 series. These were the last DC electric locomotives manufactured by the Japanese National Railways (JNR). In recent years, the 1000 series has undergone a repaint change from the newly updated livery back to the standard livery, and both liveries are still in service today. Since the repaint, changes to the exterior have been seen, such as the addition of a cooler above the driver's cab and the removal of the electric heating indicator lights on the side. The standard livery was gradually reverted to the standard livery in 2017, after the repaint work was completed and subsequent inspection vehicles no longer needed to be identified. Therefore, while retaining its JNR-era livery, it is unique in that it is in JR Freight specifications.

It is ideal for pulling container and tank freight trains, as well as the 10-2070 Hoki 2000.

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