Description

The 475 Series was a 60 Hz AC/DC express EMU introduced in 1965 for services linking Kansai with Hokuriku, Sanyo and Kyushu. The 'Tateyama' and 'Yunokuni' express services are closely associated with JNR-era operations between Kansai and Hokuriku.

This KATO basic set represents the 475 Series in its express-train heyday around 1975, with the JNR standard AC/DC express livery of red No. 13 and cream No. 4 banding.

Features

• Six-car basic set for 475 Series express 'Tateyama / Yunokuni'.
• Full renewal model representing the appearance of the trains around 1975.
• Recreates Hokuriku-area 475 Series details, including covered typhons on leading cars and formations including Saha 455.
• Round-base inspection antenna reproduced on the leading-car roof.
• Body detail includes passenger doors with steps and roof wiring typical of AC/DC express EMUs.
• Green insulators on roof equipment.
• Different Moha 474 louvre arrangements reproduced according to vehicle type.
• Slotless motor fitted for smoother and quieter running.
• Snap-on bogies.
• Hookless body-mounted close couplers for new-performance EMUs.
• Headlights, taillights and front display fitted on the relevant leading cars, with off switch.

Product details

• Scale: N gauge
• Formation: 6-car basic set
• Train: 475 Series express 'Tateyama / Yunokuni'
• Era represented: around 1975
• Motor: Slotless motor fitted
• Lighting: Headlights, taillights and front display fitted where appropriate