{"product_id":"kato-1-704a-ho-gauge-dd51-hokutosei-livery","title":"KATO 1-704A HO Gauge DD51 Hokutosei Livery","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHaul the legendary Hokutosei sleeper express with this HO DD51 in vivid blue with gold stripes. This cold-weather specification model features flywheel-equipped power and includes Hokutosei and Cassiopeia headmarks for authentic Hokkaido passenger operations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHO Gauge (1\/87) DD51 diesel locomotive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLivery: Blue 20 with gold stripes (Hokutosei livery, post-1988)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHakodate Depot units that hauled Hokutosei and similar services\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCold-weather specification: cab roof, bonnet top, radiator cover shapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHokutosei logo on cab side (vivid reproduction)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHeadmarks included: Hokutosei and Cassiopeia with mounting brackets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSelectable number plates: 1093, 1100, 1138, 1140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eMaker's plate: Hitachi included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eHeadlights illuminate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eFlywheel-equipped power unit for smooth, powerful, stable running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eSynchronized operation in multiple-heading capability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDCC compatible with 8-pin socket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eIdeal hauling locomotive for OHa 25 500 lounge car and Series 24 Hokutosei 2-car set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWhy Choose This\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePull your Hokotosei and Cassiopeia consists with this authentic blue-and-gold DD51. You get flywheel smooth power, selectable numbers, and factory-printed Hokotosei logos. Perfect for HO modelers wanting the iconic Hokkaido sleeper locomotive for upcoming 24-series passenger cars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eProduct: 1-704A HO Gauge DD51 Hokotosei Livery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eManufacturer: KATO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eScale: HO (1\/87)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePrototype: JR DD51 diesel locomotive (introduced 1962, 649 units produced at peak)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLivery adopted: Summer 1988 (after Seikan Tunnel opening)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePower: From rails (no batteries, fuel, or paint included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis KATO HO DD51 Hokotosei Livery delivers iconic Hokkaido sleeper express power. With blue-and-gold finish, flywheel motor, DCC compatibility, and both Hokotosei and Cassiopeia headmarks, this locomotive is ready to haul your 24-series passenger cars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kato - Precision Railroad Model","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52684841943316,"sku":"KATO 1-704A","price":16720.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/0064\/9236\/files\/71FNZ96a_SL._AC_SL1500.jpg?v=1781947876","url":"https:\/\/banzaihobby.com\/products\/kato-1-704a-ho-gauge-dd51-hokutosei-livery","provider":"BanzaiHobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}