Description

The EF65-1000 series was introduced in 1969 as a general-purpose DC electric locomotive for flatland use, with multi-unit control and cold-climate capability. It worked a wide range of trains, from Blue Train sleeper services to general freight.

This model represents the EF65 1000 series around 1990, when the sleeper express 'Seto' gained a lounge car and before the window H-rubbers were changed to black. It is a useful locomotive for 24 Series 25 'Seto/Asakaze' formations and for Orient Express '88 operation.

Features

• EF65 1000 series in late JR specification.
• Represents the around-1990 appearance with grey H-rubber.
• Reproduced without snowploughs.
• PS22 pantographs and roof detail reproduced.
• Bold body shape and late-period details captured.
• Slotless motor for smooth, quiet running.
• Headlights fitted, using warm-white LEDs.
• Arnold couplers fitted as standard.
• Replacement knuckle coupler included.
• Manufacturer's plates for 'Kawasaki Heavy Industries/Fuji Electric' included.
• Inspection notation '2-6 Omiya Kogyo', conversion notation, safety-device notation and JR mark reproduced by printing.
• Selectable number plates included: 1104, 1109, 1110 and 1124.
• Quick headmarks included for 'Seto' and 'Odoriko'.