Description

The 50 Series 51 type was introduced in 1979 as a Hokkaido version of the 50 Series general passenger coach. Compared with Honshu stock, it had cold-region features such as small double-glazed side windows and bogie-mounted axle generators.

This KATO set represents later JR Hokkaido-era 50 Series 51 coaches based at Iwamizawa in the early 1990s, with JR markings on the Ohafu 51. It is a good partner for Hokkaido diesel and electric locomotives such as the ED76 500 and cold-region DD51 types.

Features

• 4-car basic set of 50 Series 51 type passenger coaches in JR specification.
• Represents Iwamizawa Depot stock from the early 1990s.
• JR mark on the side of the Ohafu 51 reproduced in print.
• Cold-region small double-glazed side windows reproduced.
• TR230A bogies with gear-type axle generators represented.
• Tail lights on the Ohafu 51 illuminate, with light-off switch.
• Inspection markings printed on both ends of the Ohafu 51, including weight 30.2t and "2-1 Naebo Works" marking.
• Headmark for the Ranshima beach special train included for DD51 use.
• Destination/sign stickers included.
• Compatible with 11-551 50 Series passenger car upgrade parts for extra roof detail.