Description

The Ou Main Line, which connects Fukushima and Aomori via Yamagata and Akita, departs from Fukushima and branches off into the Tohoku Main Line, tackling the steep Itaya Pass, the first hurdle crossing the Ou Mountains, the backbone of the Tohoku region. In 1968, with the full-scale electrification of the Tohoku Main Line, the Itaya Pass section up to Yonezawa was also switched from DC to AC. At the same time, the line was double-tracked, significantly improving the Itaya Pass, which had previously been a bottleneck for transportation. The EF71 was introduced as a dedicated locomotive for the Ou Main Line. The EF71 was an F-type locomotive, rare among AC electric locomotives, and was the first to feature electric regenerative braking. Its specifications, specifically tailored for the Itaya Pass route, led to its use as a auxiliary locomotive for the Kiha 181 Series Tsubasa and other trains. It was also used in combination with an ED78 to pull local trains, including 50 Series passenger cars.

This product recreates the model with a train radio antenna on the roof. You can enjoy the Red Train before the Ou Main Line was converted to gauge, along with the ED78 1st generation JR specification and the 50 series 2000 passenger car JR specification, which are scheduled to be released at the same time.

①Reproduces the first-generation form with a large F-type body, which is rare for AC electric locomotives, and an internally fitted taillight with a front vent.

②Reproduces the original type of windows on the side of the driver's cab.

③Reproduces the train radio antenna mounted on the roof.

④Uses a slotless motor for smooth and quiet running.

⑤Headlights light up (uses warm white LEDs).

⑥Includes number plates "EF71 4", "EF71 6", "EF71 9", and manufacturer's plates "Mitsubishi" and "Toshiba".

⑦Includes headmarks "Akebono" and "Kamoshika".

⑧Equipped with an Arnold coupler as standard. Includes a replacement knuckle coupler.