Conquer the steep 35.7‰ Ikoma grades with this beautifully detailed Kintetsu 8000 Series 2-car set in transitional livery. This N-scale formation features the unique front-end color separation pattern, distinctive roof-mounted ventilators, and ivory-based paint with maroon window and skirt bands.
Key Features
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Kintetsu Railway Series 8000 introduced 1964 for Nara and Kyoto Line systems
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Early production units equipped with ceiling fans and distinctive roof-mounted ventilators (exterior hallmark)
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2-car set in transitional livery with unique front-end color separation pattern
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Livery: Ivory base with maroon window and skirt bands (post air-conditioning modification)
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Served Nara and Kyoto Lines until 2002
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Some series 8000 cars modified into other types; later-production units remain in operation
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Designed to conquer 35.7‰ gradients of Ikoma Mountain crossing
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Painted, assembled display model
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Can be motorized to N scale train
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Compatible with: TM-14 Motorized Chassis (20m class A2)
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Compatible with: TT-04R Trailer Conversion Kit
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Recommended pantograph: Tomix 0238 (PG16)
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Includes: Antenna, motorization truck frames
Why Choose This
Master the challenging Ikoma gradients with this uniquely painted transitional-livery Kintetsu 8000 set. You get the rare front-end color separation scheme, distinctive roof ventilator detailing, and TM-14 motorization compatibility. Perfect for recreating Nara and Kyoto Line operations across steep mountain terrain.
Product Information
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Product: Railway Collection Kintetsu Railway 8000 Series (Early Model New Paint with Bottom Stripe) 2-Cars Set A
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Scale: 1/150 (N gauge)
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Manufacturer: TOMYTEC
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Prototype: Kintetsu Railway Series 8000
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Introduced: 1964
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Service lines: Nara Line, Kyoto Line systems
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Service period: Active until 2002
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Maximum gradient capability: 35.7‰ (Ikoma Mountain crossing)
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Early production features: Ceiling fans, distinctive roof-mounted ventilators
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Livery: Transitional livery with unique front-end color separation (ivory base with maroon window and skirt bands, post-AC modification)
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Type: Painted, assembled display model
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Includes: Antenna, motorization truck frames
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Motorization compatibility: TM-14 (20m class A2)
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Trailer conversion compatibility: TT-04R
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Recommended pantograph: Tomix 0238 (PG16)
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Display base: Not included
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Power: From rails when motorized (no batteries, fuel, or paint included)
This TOMYTEC Kintetsu 8000 Series 2-car set brings transitional-livery charm to your N-scale layout's steepest gradients. With unique front-end color separation, distinctive roof ventilator hallmarks, 35.7‰ gradient capability, and TM-14 motorization compatibility, this set captures the challenging Nara-Kyoto line operations across Ikoma Mountain beautifully.
