Description

The ED75 was introduced in 1963 as JNR's standard AC electric locomotive. Despite its D-type wheel arrangement, it was a versatile passenger and freight locomotive with strong tractive effort for its size.

The 700 series was built from 1971 for the electrification of the Ou Main Line between Akita and Aomori. Because these locomotives worked along the Japan Sea coast, they were designed with protection against salt damage, cold and snow, including high-voltage equipment placed inside the body and a clean roof layout with cross-arm pantographs to reduce snow build-up.

This JR-specification early 700-series model is especially useful for Tohoku passenger scenes after the transition to JR. It includes Akebono and Elm headmarks and can also be paired with Orient Express '88 stock.

Features

• Early ED75 700 type suitable for Orient Express '88 and Tohoku passenger train scenes.
• JR mark reproduced on the Red No. 2 body.
• Grey front and side H-rubbers.
• Silver window sills.
• Body-coloured Red No. 2 wipers.
• Selectable number plates included: ED75 703, ED75 708, ED75 721 and ED75 727.
• Manufacturer's plates included: Hitachi, Toshiba and Mitsubishi.
• Quick headmark-compatible Elm and Akebono headmarks included.
• Slotless motor for smooth and quiet running.
• Warm white LED headlights.
• Arnold coupler fitted as standard, with replacement knuckle coupler included.