Description

The 381 series, which began operations as the world's first pendulum-type limited express train as the limited express "Shinano" in 1973, was electrified in October 1978 between Kisei Main Line Wakayama and Shingu. "Kuroshio" was converted to an electric train, and the 100 series with a non-penetrating front car appeared.
KATO will accurately commercialize the "Kuroshio" formation of the non-penetration type 381 series 100 series.

-Series 381 Series 100 [Kuroshio]
-Reproduces the form after the heyday of 1989 (1989) after JR conversion
-JR radio antenna equipment, black H rubber, washroom window closed, no JNR mark, with JR mark display

-Accurately reproduces the specifications of the 100 series, such as the underfloor of the 100 series lead car that is different from the 0 series, and the underfloor equipped with a waste disposal device

- Reproduces the pantograph underframe with a snow-resistant cover
-Intermediate The coupler at the connecting part adopts a body mount close connection type (with hook)
・Headlight / taillight lighting
・The first car adopts a conversion type train mark. Includes 4 types: "Kuroshio", "Yakumo", "Kinosaki", and "Kounotori".

- Uses a slotless motor for even smoother and quieter running.

-Destination display on the side corresponds to each train's nickname. Comes with a sticker that includes a side destination display
・Equipped with KATO's unique body pendulum mechanism that reproduces the car body tilting inward when passing a curve, just like the actual car

・DCC friendly .

・A 9-car full formation can be stored in one bookcase.
・Accessories: 6-car basic set: destination display sticker, conversion driver.

Further add-on sets for this train are available to pre-order by special request - please get in touch sales@traintrax.co.uk