KATO 7-105A HO Gauge D51 Make-up Parts Set (Chuo Main Line Type)

Craft a uniquely detailed HO scale steam locomotive with this specialized parts collection. Designed for the KATO D51 standard model, this set provides the distinctive components to replicate specific Nakatsugawa Depot locomotives, known for their adaptations to the challenging gradients of the Chuo Main Line.

Key Features

• Includes Nagano-style smoke collectors and manual operating levers for a specific regional appearance.

• Features cab ventilation outlets, a functional detail for locomotives operating in long mountain tunnels.

• Comes with an increased-height coal enclosure and bunker floor plate for a heavier, more powerful silhouette.

• Provides multiple number plates ("209," "238," "753," "893") and a multi-color lettering sheet for individualizing your model.

Reasons for This Project

• Transforms a standard production model into a locomotive with specific depot and regional character.

• Focuses on the unique details of engines assigned to the demanding Nakatsugawa district.

• Offers a rewarding modeling project to create a standout piece in your steam locomotive fleet.

• Achieves a more imposing and rugged look, ideal for replicating mainline freight operations.

Product Information

• Scale: HO Gauge

• Compatibility: For use with KATO HO Gauge D51 standard production models

• Prototype Inspiration: Nakatsugawa Depot machines (Chuo Main Line)

• Note: Installation may require some disassembly or modification of the base model.

Breathe new character into your D51 model by outfitting it with these authentic, heavy-duty components. This set is the key to building a locomotive that tells a deeper story of regional service and engineering adaptation, resulting in a truly personalized centerpiece for your layout.