Description

ETA: April 2027

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Product description

Built from 1958, the ED61 was designed for heavy freight trains over the gradients of the Chuo Main Line. All eighteen locomotives were eventually rebuilt as ED62s for work on the Iida Line. KATO’s model lets you recreate the earlier ED61 years, including the impressive double-headed freight trains seen around Kofu.

Model details

• N gauge four-axle electric freight locomotive.
• Original ED61 appearance, including the period headlight arrangement.
• Slotless motor for smooth running.
• Suitable for operation singly or in pairs with period JNR goods wagons.
• Working warm-white LED headlight.
• Original icicle cutters, windscreen demisters and double-heading equipment.
• Alternative running numbers 4, 8, 10 and 17.
• Choice of Kawasaki, Hitachi and Toshiba makers plates.
• Arnold couplers fitted, replacement knuckle couplers included.