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ETA: July 2026. Price may be subject to currency fluctuations - you have the right to cancel if it changes more than £5 in either direction.

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The JR Kyushu 883 Series 'Sonic' was introduced in 1995 for faster, more comfortable limited express services on the Nippo Main Line. It was JR Kyushu's first tilting train and is one of the most visually distinctive Japanese limited express designs, with its metallic blue finish and aircraft-like styling.

This 4-car basic set represents the first-batch renewed cars. It is intended as the core powered set and can be combined with 10-2161 to make a longer 'Sonic' formation.

Features

• Models the first-batch 883 Series renewal cars used on 'Sonic' services.
• Four-car basic set with powered vehicle included.
• Metallic blue renewed livery with printed body markings.
• Distinctive three fog-light front end, a feature of the first-batch cars.
• Headlights and taillights fitted.
• Interior lighting can be added using the appropriate KATO LED lighting kits.
• Designed to match 10-2161 add-on set for an extended formation.
• Good companion for other JR Kyushu limited express stock such as 787 Series and 885 Series models.

Product details

• Scale: N gauge
• Formation: 4-car basic set
• Operator: JR Kyushu
• Service: Limited Express 'Sonic'