Journey back to the golden age of Japanese overnight rail travel with the TOMIX HO-9131 24-25 Series Hokutosei 4-Car Basic Set, a magnificent HO scale collection that authentically captures the JR East Japan specifications of the legendary two-way era trains. This comprehensive set brings to life the iconic No. 3 and 4 services along with the 2015 temporary Hokutosei, offering you the perfect foundation for recreating these historic overnight sleeper journeys between Tokyo and Hokkaido.
Key Features
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Authentic Formation: Reproduces the two-way era No. 3 and 4 services and the 2015 temporary Hokutosei with precise JR East Japan specifications.
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Versatile Lighting: Sushi 24-500 table lamp reproduced in round shape, changeable to umbrella type with included parts for pre-replacement accuracy.
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Detailed Design: Ohanef 25-200 features drain in emergency area; H-rubber in black on Crab 24-500 and Sushi 24-500 doors with gray elsewhere.
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Cooler Accuracy: AU77 cooler equipped with original model on Ohanef 25-200 and new model on Oha 25-500 for authentic variation.
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Cold-Weather Protection: Includes outlet cover parts to affix to toilet tank surface, perfectly replicating cold-resistant shape.
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Precision Printing: Pre-printed wife face notes, silver shoelaces and door rails, factory-installed side indicator lights.
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Functional Design: Upper bed ladder with open/close selection, tight self-contained TN coupler as standard.
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Illumination Ready: Ohanev 25-200 and Crab 24-500 feature taillights with circuit board and ON-OFF switch.
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Compatibility: Ohanev 25-200 and Crab 24-500 equipped with Kadee-compatible type on conductor side.
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Customizable Options: Selectable car number with included metal transfer sheet, pre-printed Hokutosei train mark parts.
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Operational Specifications: Minimum radius R600 pass-through except S linear.
Why Choose This
The TOMIX HO-9131 Hokutosei Basic Set is the ultimate starting point for building an authentic HO scale Japanese sleeper train collection, delivering exceptional value with four meticulously detailed cars in one comprehensive package. This essential set provides the foundation for recreating the beloved Hokutosei formations, complete with exquisite details like the AU77 cooler variations and the table lamp options that allow you to depict different eras of this legendary service.
Product Information
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Scale: HO Scale (1/80) with 16.5mm gauge.
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Model Number: HO-9131.
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Set Contents: 4 cars (Ohanev 25-200, Oha 25-500, Sushi 24-500, Kani 24-500).
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Material: Plastic pre-painted completed model.
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Motor: Not included (unmotorized).
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Power Source: Uses power from the rails; does not use batteries for driving, lighting, or turning on.
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Power Requirements: Battery not included. Fuel not included, used, or required for operation. Paint not included.
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Couplers: Equipped with tight self-contained TN coupler as standard; Kadee-compatible on conductor side of Ohanev 25-200 and Kani 24-500.
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Minimum Radius: R600 pass-through except S linear.
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Country of Origin: South Korea.
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Package Size: 320 x 295 x 60mm.
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Package Type: Cardboard box.
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Accessories Included: Runner parts (train mark, direction curtain glass, bed display window, ladder parts, air hoses black/white, ventilator, telephone antenna, train radio antenna, curtain, lampshade, wiper), parts (toilet tank outlet cover, curtain frame, roll screen), sticker for destination display, metal transfer sheet for car numbers, transfer sheet for various markings.
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Optional Interior Lighting: (0795) E White (sold separately).
Discover the romance of the rails with the TOMIX HO-9131 Hokutosei 4-Car Basic Set, a magnificent collection that beautifully embodies the spirit of Japan's most beloved overnight sleeper trains. Secure this exceptional foundation set for your collection today and build the ultimate HO scale Japanese railway masterpiece.
