Description

The E131 Series 0 was introduced in 2020 for local services in the Boso area of Chiba Prefecture, improving comfort and flexibility on routes including the Kashima, Uchibo and Sotobo lines. The design combines passenger-area ideas from the E235 Series with a cab-end style based on the E129 Series.

This compact 2-car KATO set represents Makuhari Vehicle Center R06 formation, with the blue and yellow Boso-area livery inspired by the sea and rapeseed flowers of the region.

Features

• 2-car E131 Series 0 set, ideal for short local services.
• Represents R06 formation from Makuhari Vehicle Center.
• Blue and yellow side band and front dot pattern reproduced.
• Side safety-confirmation cameras for one-person operation represented as part of the body moulding.
• Headlights, tail lights, front destination display and operation number display illuminate with white LEDs.
• Granular tail-light appearance reproduced.
• Slotless motor with demagnetising plate fitted for smooth, quiet running.
• Body-mounted KATO close couplers without hooks fitted to both cars.
• Two-stage electrical jumper parts included for the front ends.
• Factory-fitted front display: 'Wanman Kisarazu Uchibo Line'.
• Alternative front displays included: 'Wanman Kazusa-Ichinomiya Sotobo Line', 'Wanman Kashima-Jingu' and blank.
• Destination display stickers included.

Recommended additions

• Compatible with KATO 11-211 / 11-212 LED interior lighting kits.