Celebrate JR Kyushu's pioneering tilting train technology with this vibrant yellow-fronted 883 Series Sonic. This N-gauge 5-car set features KATO's original tilting mechanism, warm white headlights, yellow fog lights, and a stable GM-5 motor for exceptional curve-hugging performance.
Key Features
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Models Oita Rolling Stock Center AO-7 set from approximately 1997 to 2006 appearance
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Distinctive front cover painted yellow with light blue and silver body
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Head and tail lights illuminate (headlights: warm white bulb color)
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Fog lights reproduced in yellow
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KATO's original tilting mechanism replicates inward car body tilt on curves like the real train
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GM-5 motor unit for stable running performance
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Undercarriage and bogies: bluish gray
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Couplers: black
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Intermediate cars: KATO close-coupling system with jumper cables
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Includes destination display stickers
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Compatible with interior lighting kit Kato 11-211 (11-212)
Why Choose This
Experience Japan's first AC-powered tilting train in regular service with this beautifully recreated Sonic set. You get the iconic yellow front cover, functional tilting mechanism for realistic curve negotiation, warm white and yellow lighting, and a reliable GM-5 motor. Perfect for Nippo Main Line high-speed express operations.
Product Information
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Scale: N (1/150, 9mm gauge)
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Model: 883 Series Sonic (Yellow) 5 Cars Set
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Depot: Oita Rolling Stock Center (AO-7 set)
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Era: Approximately 1997 to 2006 appearance
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Distinguishing feature: Yellow front cover with light blue and silver body
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Type: JR Kyushu's first tilting train (first AC-powered tilting train in Japan)
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Lights: Headlights (warm white bulb color), tail lights, fog lights (yellow)
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Tilting mechanism: KATO original pendulum system
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Motor: GM-5 motor unit
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Undercarriage and bogies: Bluish gray
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Couplers: Black (intermediate cars: close-coupling with jumper cables)
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Includes: Destination display stickers
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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 883 Series Sonic 5-car set brings JR Kyushu's revolutionary tilting train heritage to your N-gauge layout. With its vibrant yellow nose, functional pendulum mechanism for realistic curve tilting, warm white and yellow lighting, and stable GM-5 motor, this Sonic express captures the spirit of Kyushu main line railroading perfectly.
