──From Niigata to Kyushu! Former 181 series lead car later in life
[Actual vehicle]
- The Kuha 481 type 500 series was introduced as a replacement for the 581/583 series in the Kyushu area due to the timetable revision in February 1984, by modifying the Kuha 181/180 type, which was left over after the abolition of limited express trains, to accommodate AC. did.
- Since the modification work was kept to a minimum, traces of the 181 series remain.In particular, the Kuha 481-502, which is a modified version of the Kuha 180-5, is equipped with a self-assembly and release lever to connect with the EF63 when passing the Usui Pass. This remains the case even after the remodeling.
- Also, it is characterized by a lower vehicle height than other 485 series.
- There were subsequent changes such as the removal of the JNR mark on the side upon entry for inspection.
- Due to the expansion of the successor 783 series, it became a spare car in its later years, and all cars were retired in 1993.
[Product Summary]
- Further enhancement of the Micro Ace express train series
- New products from the popular MA`s Choice series
- Variation product with revised era settings based on Kuha 481-502 included in A1091 (shipped in July 2009)
- No JNR mark, no red band on the front, 1990s appearance with red JR mark
- Make different skirts, colors, and presence or absence of coupler covers for Kuha 481-501 and Kuha 481-502.
- After re-examining the actual vehicle, the color and description were revised.
- A separate power vehicle is required for driving.
*Due to shared parts, some parts may differ from the actual vehicle.
[set content]
- Kuha 481-501
- Kuha 481-502
[accessories]
- Head mark sticker
[option]
- Wide interior light: G0001/G0002/G0003/G0004
- Micro coupler tight connection, black: F0001
( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )