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The 883 series was introduced in 1995 with the aim of speeding up service on the Nippo Main Line and improving service. It was JR Kyushu's first pendulum-type train and Japan's first commercial AC pendulum-type train. Its distinctive design varies depending on the year of manufacture. Since 2005, the trains have undergone renovations, resulting in the current metallic blue exterior. To celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2025, the first train (AO-1) will be decorated with a commemorative livery, scheduled to run until the end of the year.
Among the 883 series trains currently operating as the "Sonic" limited express, this time we are releasing the AO-1 train, featuring a unique 30th anniversary livery, featuring three illuminated fog lights, a departure from previous models. The 30th anniversary logos and fog light in the center of the front are also reproduced. You can enjoy it together with a wide range of rolling stock products that are in use in the Kyushu region, such as the popular 10-2090 787 series "36 Plus 3", 10-1540 787 series <Around the Kyushu>, and 10-1952 885 series (2nd batch) <Around the Kyushu>.
Main Features
- This 7-Car Set is based on the AO-1 train from the Oita Rolling Stock Center, which began receiving 30th anniversary wrapping in April 2025.
The car's deep metallic blue exterior, after renovation, beautifully expresses the 30th anniversary logo and catchphrases on both leading cars.
●Under the previous model, the first-run car's front cover and central front fog lights are illuminated.
●Just like the real thing, the car features KATO's unique pendulum mechanism, which recreates the inward tilt of the car when passing through curves.
●Head and tail lights are illuminated. The headlights are white, and the fog lights are yellow.
●The power unit is equipped with the renowned GM-5 motor, ensuring stable running.
●The undercarriage and bogies are blue-gray, and the couplers are black.
●The intermediate car coupling uses KATO's close-coupled coupler with jumper tubes.
●Destination display stickers are included.
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