Relive the golden age of Japanese limited express travel with KATO's magnificent Oha 14 2-Car Set in HO scale, faithfully recreating the versatile seating coaches that served nationwide except Shikoku from 1972 onward.
Key Features:
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Authentic JR era version accurately reproducing the Series 14 seating car around 1990
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OhaFu 15 exterior with JR logo and side passenger doors without white stripe
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Gray H rubber window seals for realistic period-accurate detailing
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KATO telescoping close-contact automatic couplers on intermediate positions
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KATO HO knuckle couplers on locomotive connection sides of OhaFu 15
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Illuminated train headboard and tail lights on OhaFu 15 with ON/OFF switch
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Pre-installed "Odoriko" headboard with replacement boards including Akebono, Kinboshi, Spur Myoko/Shiga, Spur Hakuba/Tsugaike, Rapid, EXPRESS, Group, and blank
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Destination display stickers and lettering sheet for car numbers, depot markings, and inspection markings
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Pre-printed details including JR mark, end markings, Yokokaru mark, cock position mark
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DCC compatible for easy digital conversion
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Interior lighting compatible with Kato 7-504
Why Choose This:
This exceptional 2-car set offers flexible formation building to suit any layout or display space, reflecting the actual variety of train lengths used in service. The illuminated headboards, comprehensive replacement options, and superior KATO engineering make it indispensable for HO-scale Japanese passenger enthusiasts.
Product Information:
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Scale: HO Gauge (1/87 Scale)
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Format: Pre-painted and assembled model set (unpowered)
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Prototype: Oha 14 Seating Car, JR era (c.1990)
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Cars: 2-car set (Oha 14 + OhaFu 15)
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Couplers: Telescoping close-contact automatic couplers (intermediate); KATO HO knuckle couplers (locomotive side)
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Lighting: Illuminated headboard and tail lights on OhaFu 15 with ON/OFF switch
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Included Headboards: Odoriko (pre-installed), Akebono, Kinboshi, Spur Myoko/Shiga, Spur Hakuba/Tsugaike, Rapid, EXPRESS, Group, blank
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Accessories: Destination display stickers, lettering sheet for car numbers and markings
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Pre-printed Details: JR mark, end markings, Yokokaru mark, cock position mark
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Compatibility: DCC compatible; interior lighting kit Kato 7-504 (sold separately)
Transform your HO-scale Japanese passenger formation with this exquisite Oha 14 set that embodies the versatility of JR's limited express services. The exceptional detailing, illuminated features, and flexible formation options ensure this set will be a cornerstone of your collection.