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The 289 series is a DC express train that was created by modifying the 683 series 2000s used on the Shirasagi limited express to replace the 381 series previously used on the Kuroshio, Kounotori, Kinosaki, and Hashidate limited express trains. Major changes can be seen, including the removal of AC equipment from the roof, the removal of equipment from the undercarriage in the center of the car, and a change in window layout due to the redesign of the Green Car. The 289 series used on the Kounotori and Kinosaki limited express trains is available in four-car and three-car configurations, with a maximum of seven cars operated. This product will feature the 289 series currently in service on the Kounotori and Kinosaki limited express trains. We will also be producing a new Kuroha 288, which features a new roof and undercarriage with the removal of AC equipment, as well as a redesigned Green Car. Enjoy this set alongside the various other train models found in the Kansai region.
Main Features
3. The underfloor area where the equipment in the center of the car has been removed and the front safety harness hook of the through-car are reproduced.
4. The Kuroha 288 has been redesigned as a half-compartment green car, and the car's interior with a revised window layout is reproduced.
6. The use of a slotless motor achieves smooth and quiet running.
7. Parts for the front through-car door in the open position are included.
8. The lightning arrester is a new type seen on JR West vehicles in recent years.
9. The front end of the Kuroha 288 uses a dummy coupler. The electric coupler cover with the JR mark is reproduced.
10. The leading car with through-car door uses a KATO close-coupled coupler (without hook) for the coupling section of the leading car. Includes electric coupler (2 stages) and coupler cover.
⑪ Body-mounted close-coupled coupler (with hook) is standard equipment for intermediate coupling.
⑬ The bookcase of the 4-car basic set can store the contents of this 3-car add-on set.
⑭ DCC friendly.
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