Description

The EF57 is a passenger-use DC electric locomotive representative of the pre-war Japanese National Railways, first introduced in 1940. Characterized by its bold style with front and rear bogie decks, it served on the Tokaido Main Line, pulling express trains such as the "Tsubame." It was later transferred to the Tohoku Main Line, where it was equipped with an electric heating system for passenger trains and used to pull express trains such as the "Hakkoda" and "Tsugaru" as well as local trains.
Among these, the top-ranking No. 1 locomotive features a squared-off body inspired by the second generation of the EF56 (8-12) and a centrally positioned pantograph, giving it a significantly different appearance from the No. 2 and subsequent locomotives.

This product is a reproduction. Starting with this model, a slotless motor will be used for power. The leading wheels will also be replaced with wheels with missing spokes.

②EF57 1
- The EF57 1 is the top numbered EF57, with a significantly different appearance. This model recreates the distinctive appearance of the EF56 2nd generation
. It is a product of the electric heating system that was used in the early 1970s at the Utsunomiya Locomotive Depot and mainly on the Tohoku Main Line. It also features
a centrally positioned PS14 pantograph, a rounded roof monitor, and recessed taillights. It
accurately recreates the heavy main bogies unique to older electric locomotives. It also accurately recreates the outer frame-type leading bogie and delicate deck handrails that are different from the EF56.
The license plate is "EF57 1." The manufacturer's plate is printed with "Hitachi."
③ Wheels with missing spokes are used .
④ A slotless motor is used, achieving smooth and quiet running.
⑤ A driver's cab is recreated (control panel, chair, and interior are see-through).
⑥ Headlights are illuminated (using warm white LEDs).
⑦ Arnold couplers are standard equipment. KATO knuckle couplers are included for replacement.