Description

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This HO model represents the EF510-500 Cassiopeia colour locomotive. The EF510 is an AC/DC electric locomotive introduced in 2002 as a modern replacement for EF81 locomotives on Sea of Japan route duties. JR East introduced the 500 series for sleeper express work from 2010, including the prestige Cassiopeia service.

The Cassiopeia version carries the silver passenger-service livery with a five-colour shooting star design on the bodyside. It is a natural match for Cassiopeia sleeper stock, but can also be used for later JR Freight-era appearances if the chosen period suits your layout.

Features

• HO / 1:80 model of the EF510-500 Cassiopeia colour locomotive.
• Silver Cassiopeia passenger-service livery reproduced.
• Five-colour shooting star side design reproduced.
• Coreless motor drive for smooth, powerful running.
• Bogies use a truck power unit system.
• Minimum radius for locomotive running: approximately R370 mm.
• Suitable for sleeper express Cassiopeia formations.
• Related Hokutosei colour version: 1-314.
• Truck-mounted coupler options for tight-curve running are available separately where required.

Product details

• Scale: HO / 1:80 Japanese HO
• Locomotive type: EF510-500
• Livery: Cassiopeia silver
• Operator/theme: JR East sleeper express / later JR Freight use