Complete the end of your freight train with an essential and classic piece of rolling stock. The TOMIX JNR Yo8000 series caboose brings the distinctive look of a Japanese guard's van to your layout, modeled after the era when these cars were a common sight. Its detailed cabin and functional lighting make it an operational and visual highlight for any prototypical freight consist.
Key Features
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Iconic Caboose Design: Faithfully recreates the familiar Yo8000 series caboose based on the Koki Fu 50000 series cabin, a hallmark of the JNR freight era.
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Functional Interior & Marker Lights: Equipped with a constant lighting board to illuminate the interior space and the red tail lights, enhancing realism during operation.
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Improved Electrical Pickup: Features a new power collection mechanism for consistent lighting performance and reliable electrical connectivity.
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Compact Layout Compatible: Designed to navigate mini-radius curves when coupled with a similarly capable locomotive, offering flexibility for smaller layouts.
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Authentic Factory Finish: Comes with the car number "Yo 8629" pre-printed and includes black wheels for an accurate, ready-to-run appearance.
Why Choose This Model
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It fulfills a critical role for modelers aiming to build authentic JNR-era or modern oversized freight train consists, where cabooses remain in limited use.
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The addition of interior and tail lighting brings a static model to life, adding a layer of operational interest especially visible in low-light conditions.
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Its specialized design and function make it a unique car that adds historical character and storytelling depth to a freight fleet dominated by standard wagons.
Product Information
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Item: TOMIX 8766
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Prototype: JNR Freight Car Type Yo8000 (Caboose)
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Details: Pre-printed number (Yo 8629), black wheels, constant lighting for interior and tail lights
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Operation: Compatible with mini-radius curves when used with an appropriate locomotive.
More than just a car, this Yo8000 caboose is a signature detail that marks the end of a train with authority and historical accuracy. It provides both a functional role and a distinctive silhouette, making it an indispensable addition for serious freight operators and enthusiasts of Japanese National Railways history.
