Capture the unique dual-pantograph Boso area commuter trains with this 211-3000 Series 5-car set. Featuring the distinctive yellow and blue livery, added PS35 single-arm pantograph, and slotless motor for smooth, quiet performance.
Key Features
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JNR/JR 211-3000 Series operated in Boso area between 2006 and 2013
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Livery: Yellow and blue two-tone "Boso color"
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Formation 507 and 407 (second generation) at Makuhari Vehicle Center (circa 2009-2011)
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Features added PS35 single-arm pantograph on KuMOHA211 (distinctive two different pantograph shapes)
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Round pedestal train radio antenna included
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Bead and color band on car end header board
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Main resistor MR161A (3+3 row)
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Front light frame reproduced with unequal shape
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Door switches printed
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Head/tail lights and front destination display illuminate (with off switch)
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Slotless motor for smooth and quiet running
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Body-mounted close couplers (without hooks) on both leading and intermediate connections
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Electrical coupler (1-stage) and gangway included for non-connected use
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Snow plow attached on leading car bogies
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Front display set: "Sobu Main Line" / "337M"; includes replacements for Uchibo Line, Sotobo Line, Narita Line, Togane Line, blank, and alternate train numbers
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Destination display stickers included
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DCC friendly
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Compatible with interior lighting kit Kato 11-211 (11-212)
Why Choose This
Model the unique double-pantograph 211-3000s that served Chiba's Boso peninsula for just seven years. You get the striking yellow and blue livery, two different pantograph shapes, and smooth slotless performance. Perfect for recreating late-2000s Sobu, Uchibo, Sotobo, Narita, and Togane Line services.
Product Information
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Product: 10-1856 N-Gauge 211-3000 Series (Boso Livery Formation with 2 Pantographs) 5 Cars Set
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Manufacturer: KATO
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Scale: N (1/150, 9mm gauge)
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Prototype: JR 211-3000 Series (Boso area livery)
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Depot: Makuhari Vehicle Center
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Era: 2006-2013 (heisei 21-23 / 2009-2011 depicted)
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Formation: 5 cars (507 and 407 formations)
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Livery: Yellow and blue two-tone "Boso color"
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Special feature: Two different pantographs (original + added PS35 single-arm)
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Lights: Head, tail, and front destination display (warm white LEDs, with off switch)
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Motor: Slotless motor
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Couplers: Body-mounted close couplers without hooks (all connections)
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Includes: Snow plows, electrical coupler (1-stage), gangway, train radio antenna (round pedestal)
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Front display included: Sobu Main Line / 337M (plus replacement stickers)
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DCC: Friendly
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Optional lighting: Kato 11-211 / 11-212 interior lighting kit
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Power: From rails (no batteries, fuel, or paint included)
This KATO 211-3000 Series Boso Livery 5-car set captures Chiba's unique dual-pantograph commuter trains from 2006-2013. With yellow and blue two-tone livery, added PS35 single-arm pantograph, slotless motor, and DCC friendliness, this set delivers authentic Sobu, Uchibo, Sotobo, Narita, and Togane Line operations.
