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The 883 Series was introduced in 1995 to speed up and improve limited express services on the Nippo Main Line. It was JR Kyushu's first tilting train and Japan's first commercial AC tilting train. After refurbishment from 2005 onwards, the fleet gained its current metallic blue appearance.

This special 7-car set represents AO-1 from Oita Rolling Stock Center, carrying the 30th anniversary wrapping applied from April 2025. It features the distinctive commemorative logos, catchphrases on both leading cars and the first-batch front-end style with three illuminated fog lights.

Features

• Special project 7-car set of the 883 Series 'Sonic' 30th anniversary wrapping train.
• Based on AO-1 formation from Oita Rolling Stock Center.
• Deep metallic blue renewed livery with 30th anniversary logos and leading-car catchphrases reproduced.
• First-batch front cover and central front fog light detail reproduced.
• KATO tilting mechanism recreates the inward body tilt of the real train on curves.
• Headlights and taillights light up; headlights are white and fog lights are yellow.
• GM-5 motor fitted for stable running.
• Blue-grey underfloor and bogie colour with black couplers.
• Intermediate cars use KATO close couplers with jumper pipes.
• Destination display stickers included.
• Suitable alongside Kyushu-region stock such as 787 Series '36 Plus 3', 787 Series 'Around the Kyushu' and 885 Series 'Around the Kyushu'.