Acquire a genuine piece of 1990s Japanese freight history with the TOMIX 3196 N Gauge JR 18C Type Container set. Introduced in 1988 as a higher-capacity evolution of the 18A type, these 12-foot containers feature doors on two sides for efficient handling. This three-piece set replicates the standard blue livery of an era when these units, alongside the 18D type, formed the backbone of the nation's cargo network before being succeeded by the 19D type around 2010.
Key Features
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Faithfully recreates the 18C type container in its characteristic blue paint scheme.
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Features precise JR Freight markings positioned beneath the JR logo, matching prototype accuracy.
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Container numbers "18C-1856," "18C-2316," and "18C-3387" are pre-printed clearly for immediate use.
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All required signage and cautionary markings are factory-applied.
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Designed for quick installation; mounts with a single touch onto TOMIX KOKI 5500, 50000, and 104 series flat cars, as well as other compatible container freight wagons.
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Supplied as a convenient set of three units.
Why Choose This
This set captures a transitional period in Japanese rail freight, representing the move toward higher-capacity containerization that dominated the 1990s. The 18C type was a workhorse of its time, and this model allows you to accurately depict consists from that specific decade. With pre-printed details and wide compatibility with popular KOKI flat cars, this set offers an effortless way to add period-authentic cargo to your freight operations without the need for decal application or painting.
Product Information
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Manufacturer: TOMIX
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Scale: N Gauge (1:150)
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Set Contents: 3 pieces (Container numbers: 18C-1856, 18C-2316, 18C-3387)
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Paintwork: Finished in standard blue with pre-printed JR Freight markings and container numbers.
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Compatibility: Easily mounts onto TOMIX KOKI 5500, KOKI 50000, KOKI 104, and other compatible container flat cars.
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Important Notes:
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This is a model container set only. Model railway vehicles and locomotives are not included.
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This product does not feature lighting, illumination, or motorized functions.
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The model draws no power from the track; no batteries or fuel are required or included.
Enhance the authenticity of your freight trains with these meticulously detailed containers. Whether loaded on a KOKI flat car or staged at a terminal, the TOMIX 3196 JR 18C Type Containers offer a faithful representation of Japan's freight-carrying workhorses from a pivotal decade in railway logistics.
