Product Description
--2550 series express train [Hokuto] featuring a high-decker green car capable of operating at 130 km/h
[Actual vehicle guide]
The Kiha 183 series is a diesel express train of the Japanese National Railways that was introduced in 1979 as a successor to the Kiha 82 series that was in operation in Hokkaido.
In preparation for the privatization of the Japanese National Railways in 1986, the Kiha 183 series 500s were added, and underwent a major model change. The running system was strengthened, and the leading car was designed with a through-type design to allow for the merging and dividing of trains. The sleek, continuous-window style body was painted in a white, red, and orange stripe, which was different from the previous JNR limited express livery. After the privatization, the 550s were also introduced, designed from the start for a maximum speed of 120 km/h.
The Kiha 183 series has been modified and repainted to suit each operating line, and a wide variety of car models have appeared, to the point that it is commonly referred to as the "Kiha 183 series swamp."
The Hokuto express trains between Hakodate and Sapporo underwent interior and exterior changes in 1994 to coincide with the introduction of the Kiha 281 series Super Hokuto. The exterior was repainted in HET color, a light gray based on the Kiha 281 series with blue and green stripes, also known as Funka Bay Blue.
The HET-colored Kiha 183 series for the Hokuto service is the 2550 series, which is based on the 550 series and has been modified to have stronger brakes. Due to the difference in brake pressure, it cannot be used with other Kiha 183 series, but it has been introduced to the Hokuto service, which has a maximum speed of 130 km/h, and has achieved a reduction in travel time between Hakodate and Sapporo.
[Product Features]
The 2550 series Hokuto, which is capable of operating at 130 km/h, is also known as Funka Bay Blue.
Reproduced along with the color, the car number is selectable and a transfer sheet is included in the basic set
The toilet window of the Kiha 182 series is reproduced in a filled-in state.
The Kiha 183 train markings are reproduced as they appear on the actual train.
Printed train mark [HOKUTO] is attached
The HET logo on one side of the front of the Kiha 183 train is printed.
The Kiha 182 series is reproduced by combining new molds for the roof and end face, and the early and late models (numbers 2555 and later) with different exhaust pipe shapes are newly distinguished. The early model is used for the basic set of unreserved seat cars.
Headlights, taillights and train marks are illuminated by incandescent LEDs
The train markings are illuminated in a color close to white using a color prism.
New current collection system, black bogie frame, black wheels
About <97629>
A 7-car basic set including the high-decker green car KiRo 182-2550
The green car mark of the KiRo 182 series is reproduced by printing.
The KiRo 182 series has three rows of seats and brown seats.
The toilet window of the KiRo 182 series is reproduced in a filled-in state.
The front end of the Kiha 183 type is equipped with a TN coupler as standard.
One car each of the Kiha 183 and 182 series is equipped with brown seats as a non-reserved seat car on the Sapporo side, while the other Kiha cars are equipped with dark red seats as reserved seat cars.
Equipped with M-13 motor with flywheel
About <97630>
This two-car set allows you to recreate a nine-car formation, typically added during peak seasons, with a Kiha 183 type power car in the middle.
The driver's cab side of the Kiha 183 type is equipped with a bogie-mounted Arnold coupler, and includes a front TN coupler and a skirt for the TN coupler.
<Special Notes>
＜92781＞＜92782＞ will be discontinued
[Organization diagram]
- Hokuto Express (around 2009)
←Hakodate Sapporo→
Kiha 183 +
Kiha 182 +
Kiro 182 +
Kiha 182 (M) +
Kiha 182 +
Kiha 182 +
Kiha 183 +
Kiha 182 (early model, unreserved seating) +
Kiha 183 (unreserved seating)Bold : <97629> 7-car basic set
Bold underlined part : <97630> 2-car extension set
[Optional accessories sold separately]
Interior light: <0733> LC white
Interior light: <0734> LC warm white
TN coupler: <0374> Closely coupled type
( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )
Item Size/Weight : 30.7 x 21.8 x 3.5 cm / 778g
Product Specifications
- Item code
- 97629
- JAN code
- 4543736976295
Purchase Information
This item is limited to 1 per household.