Witness a piece of JNR's high-speed freight legacy with this meticulously reproduced Waki 5000 series covered wagon. Designed for rapid transport of paper products and motorcycles, these bogie freight cars could reach 85 km/h while carrying time-sensitive cargo. This model captures the mid-type variant with its distinctive square roof, representing an era when specialized freight moved swiftly across Japan's rail network.
Key Features
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Newly tooled reproduction of the Waki 5000 series with accurate mid-type configuration.
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Features the distinctive square roof design and TR63 bogies characteristic of this variant.
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Car number "WAKI 5499" and all markings are pre-printed for convenience.
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Black bogie frames and black wheels provide a sharp, finished appearance.
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Represents the type primarily used for paper products and motorcycle transport.
Why Choose This
This model preserves the memory of JNR's specialized covered freight wagons that served until the late 1990s, when changing logistics and containerization rendered them obsolete. The accurate square roof and TR63 bogies demonstrate TOMIX's commitment to prototype fidelity. For collectors assembling high-speed freight consists of the JNR era, this car offers authentic representation of the wagons that kept Japan's industries moving before the container revolution.
Product Information
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Product: TOMIX 8759 N Gauge JNR Freight Car Waki 5000 series
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Scale: N-Gauge (1/150 scale)
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Vehicle: Waki 5499 (mid-type with square roof)
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Features: Pre-printed car number and markings; TR63 bogies; black bogie frames and wheels
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Prototype Era: JNR period through late 1990s
Add this specialized covered wagon to your JNR freight roster and recreate the high-speed freight trains that moved paper and motorcycles across Japan. Its accurate detailing and pre-printed markings make it a ready-to-run addition to any era-appropriate consist. Secure this model today and preserve a piece of Japan's freight railway heritage.
