Capture the rush-hour energy of Kansai's commuter express services with this distinctive three-car 287 series set configured for "Rakuraku Yamato" operations. Connecting Shin-Osaka with Nara during morning and evening peaks, these formations offered limited-stop comfort to business travelers. This set showcases the 287 series' flexibility beyond its better-known Kuroshio duties on the Kii Peninsula.
Key Features
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Three-car set recreates the Rakuraku Yamato formation operating between Shin-Osaka and Nara.
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JR mark and Green Car mark pre-printed; door steps feature pre-printed yellow stripes.
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Car numbers selectable via included transfer sheet.
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Newly designed TN coupler (SP) on leading car cab side.
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Headlights illuminate with color prism reproducing yellow and white lights below cab.
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Constant lighting board with ON/OFF switch; M-13 flywheel motor.
Why Choose This
This set offers a unique perspective on the 287 series, highlighting its role in commuter express services rather than the coastal limited runs for which it is better known. The Rakuraku Yamato formation represents the train's adaptability to different operational demands, serving business travelers during peak hours. When combined with the Kuroshio add-on set 97635, it can also form six-car consists, providing exceptional flexibility. For collectors seeking to represent the full scope of JR West's express operations, this set captures a distinctive niche in the Kansai timetable.
Product Information
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Product: TOMIX 97636 N Gauge JR 287 Series Express Train (Rakuraku Yamato) Set
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Scale: N-Gauge (1/150 scale)
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Formation: 3-car set (KUMOHA286-0, MOHA286-100 (M), KUMOHA287-0)
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Features: TN coupler (SP); constant lighting board; color prism headlights; M-13 flywheel motor
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Includes: Transfer sheet for car numbers
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Compatibility: Accepts interior lighting kit Tomix 0734
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Prototype: Rakuraku Yamato services, Shin-Osaka to Nara
Add this commuter express variant to your 287 series collection and represent the full range of Kansai operations. From business-focused Rakuraku Yamato runs to coastal Kuroshio services, this versatile set delivers authentic JR West performance. Secure this set today and let your expresses serve both mountains and sea.
