Product Description
──The 401 series train with a high cab, which was active on the Joban Line and was popularly known as the Red Train
[Actual vehicle guide]
The Joban Line was electrified with DC power up to Toride in Ibaraki Prefecture, but from there it was electrified with AC power to avoid affecting the observations of the geomagnetic observatory along the line. Therefore, the 401 series commuter train, which was AC/DC compatible, was developed in 1960 for medium-distance service beyond Toride.
The body shape, with three double-doors on each side and semi-cross seats, became the basis for subsequent JNR commuter trains.
The initial front shape was a low cab with a large front window, similar to the 153 series, but from the 23rd Kuha 401 series, a high cab structure was adopted as a measure against level crossing accidents, similar to the 153 series, and the front window was also shortened in height and placed higher.
The pantograph-equipped Moha 400 series strongly exhibited the characteristics of AC/DC electric trains, with its equipment on the roof and transformers under the floor.
The standard rose pink color of the AC/DC cars, Red No. 13, is combined with a cream stripe on the front as a warning color, and the cars are affectionately known as "red trains" by commuters along the line. However, in preparation for the Tsukuba Expo, the trains were gradually changed to a cream color with a blue stripe from around 1983.
The trains were also paired with the 403 and 415 series, and during the transition period between paint changes, they were also seen coupled with the new paint.
[Product Features]
High Grade (HG) specifications
The car has a high cab and is painted in the standard red No. 13 color for AC/DC cars, with a cream color on the front as a warning color.
The car body of the Kuha is different from the 113 series in the dimensions from the crew door to the sash window.
The front through door's crossing plate is a separate part, allowing you to choose between a small or large size.
The voltage detector antenna base is a cone type, and the square type can be replaced with the included parts.
The Tokiwa Radio antenna has molded piping and the antenna body is already fitted with parts.
The underfloor of the Moha 400 series reproduces the transformers characteristic of AC/DC trains.
Head and tail lights and front display are equipped with a constant lighting board and an ON-OFF switch
The headlights, taillights, and front display are illuminated by warm white LEDs.
The front display uses a color prism to illuminate in a color close to white.
The front display is interchangeable and comes with pre-printed parts [normal (white background)] [white screen].
Car numbers are selectable and a transfer sheet is included (also included in the add-on set)
New current collection system, black wheels, TN coupler (SP) standard equipment
About <97228>
Moha 401 type is the basic 4-car set of the powered car
Flywheel-equipped power, M-13 motor
About <97229>
Moha 401 type trailer car extension set of 4
[Organization diagram]
- Mito Line (around 1978)
←Katsuta Koyama→
Kuha 401 (odd numbered cars) +
Moha 401 +
Moha 400 +
Kuha 401 (even numbered cars)[Optional accessories sold separately]
Interior light: <0733> LC white
( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )
Item Size/Weight : 23.1 x 17.8 x 3.2 cm / 258g
Product Specifications
- Item code
- 97229
- JAN code
- 4543736972297
Purchase Information
This item is limited to 5 per household.