Pair this KIHA 17 trailer with the motor unit for complete early JNR diesel formations. This HG-spec non-powered car features the narrow body, low seat backs, single-sided push-in ventilator, incandescent-style LED lighting, and TN couplers for authentic 1953-era local services.
Key Features
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KIHA 17 Series diesel railcar (trailer T, non-powered)
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Introduced 1953 (based on KIHA 44500 prototype for liquid fuel diesel vehicle)
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Early runs: KIHA 17 alone or with KIHA 18 and KIROHA 18
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Later mixed consists with KIHA 20, 30, 55, and 58
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Narrow body width (weight reduction) and low seat back height (inferior to KIHA 55)
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Replaced by KIHA 40 (withdrawn around 1980)
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HG (High Grade) specifications
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Single-sided push-in ventilator behind driver cab
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Long handrail groups next to crew door and passenger door
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Clear headlight prisms (remain clear when unlit)
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Three-dimensional jumper hoses (separate parts)
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Constant lighting board with ON/OFF switch
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Incandescent-style LED headlights; red LED taillights
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H rubber in gray; seats in blue
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Selectable car number (transfer sheet included)
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Single lamp headlight (double lamp configurable with included parts)
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Conventional current collection system
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Black wheels; TN coupler SP standard
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Compatible with interior lighting kit TOMIX 0734
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Includes: 2-light light ring, typhon, signal flare, single-track snow plow, double-track snow plow with flow pipe, jumper hose, coupler chain, hood frame, transfer sheet
Why Choose This
Complete your KIHA 17 two-car set with this matching non-powered trailer. You get HG detailing, narrow body accuracy, incandescent-style lighting, and TN couplers. Perfect for recreating 1953-era local services with KIHA 18, 20, 30, 55, and 58 formations until 1980.
Product Information
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Product: 7451 N Gauge KIHA 17 Series (T)
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Manufacturer: TOMIX
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Scale: N (1/150, 9mm gauge)
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Prototype: JNR KIHA 17 Series diesel railcar (trailer T, non-powered)
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Introduced: 1953 (based on KIHA 44500 prototype)
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Era: Until circa 1980 (replaced by KIHA 40)
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Body: Narrow width, low seat back height
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Lights: Incandescent-style LED headlights, red LED taillights (constant lighting board with ON/OFF switch)
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Motor: None (trailer car)
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Coupler: TN coupler SP (standard)
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Wheels: Black wheels
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Seats: Blue
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H rubber: Gray
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Current collection: Conventional system
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Optional lighting: TOMIX 0734 interior lighting kit
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Includes: Runner parts (2-light light ring, typhon, signal flare, single/double snow plow with flow pipe, jumper hose, coupler chain), hood frame, transfer sheet
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Material: Plastic (painted finished model)
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Power: From rails (no batteries, fuel, or paint included)
This TOMIX KIHA 17 Series (T) completes your early JNR diesel formation. With HG specification, narrow body accuracy, incandescent-style lighting, and TN couplers, this non-powered trailer pairs perfectly with the 7450 motor unit for authentic 1953-era local services until 1980.
