Product Description
-- Debuting in March 2024! The latest Shinkansen, the E8 series, will be introduced on the Yamagata Shinkansen, connecting Tokyo and Shinjo directly!
[Product Introduction]
The E8 series began commercial operation in March 2024 as a new type of vehicle for the Yamagata Shinkansen.
Based on the E6 series, the new train is based on the concept of "a train that weaves together rich cultures and hearts," and in order to meet diverse travel needs, it has been enhanced with features such as large luggage storage in all cars and increased wheelchair space.
The exterior design follows previous Yamagata Shinkansen designs, using the three colors of purple (mandarin purple), yellow (safflower yellow), and white (Zao Bianco), and is characterized by an "arrow line shape" with headlights located on both shoulders.
Between Tokyo and Fukushima, it is coupled with the E5 series (Yamabiko) and operates at a maximum speed of 300 km/h.
The E8 series, the new face of the Yamagata Shinkansen, will now be available in N gauge.
You can enjoy it in conjunction with the E5 series, as well as the 10-2096 E3 series 2000 Yamagata Shinkansen [Tsubasa] new paint color, scheduled for release in June 2025.
In addition, Hobby Center Kato offers a powered bogie with traction tires that is convenient for running the E8 Series Shinkansen on its own (28-281 E6 Series Shinkansen [Komachi] Powered Bogie (with Tires)).
[Product Features]
JR East Yamagata Shinkansen Vehicle Center G2 formation (7-car set) and G3 formation (basic/add-on set) are commercialized
The front part reproduces the [arrow line shape] with headlights on both shoulders
The train body is beautifully decorated with motifs such as Yamagata Prefecture's prefectural bird, the mandarin duck, and its prefectural flower, the safflower.
Reproduce the pantograph cover with fins only attached to the arm mounting side of the pantograph
Head/tail lights are on. Car No. 11 (E811) has a switch to turn them off.
The headlights feature LEDs arranged in a granular pattern, while the taillights feature six lights on the driver's seat.
Slotless motor provides smooth and quiet running
Considering coupling with the E5 series, the 11th car (E811) is equipped with no traction tires and a coupling mechanism at the front. This allows you to recreate the coupled operation of the E8 series + E5 series just like the real train.
Destination display on the side is printed on a black background. Destination display stickers are included.
The basic set is a "Best Selection" package that is easy to recommend to beginners. A small relayer is included with the 7-car set.
The contents of the basic set can be stored inside the bookcase of the add-on set.
[Set contents]
E825-3
E825-103
E827-3
E829-3
[accessories]
none
[Related optional parts]
11-211/212 LED interior lights clear/(6 cars)
11-213 LED interior light clear (warm white) *For Green Car (E811)
28-281 E6 Series Shinkansen [Komachi] Powered Bogie (with Tires) [Products handled by Hobby Center Kato]
[Related Products]
10-2096 E3 Series 2000 Yamagata Shinkansen [Tsubasa] New Paint Color
10-1969～1971 E5 Series Shinkansen [Hayabusa]
10-1967/1968 H5 Series Hokkaido Shinkansen [Hayabusa]
10-1973/1974 E6 Series Shinkansen [Komachi]
10-1975/1976 W7 Series Hokuriku Shinkansen
10-1980～1982 E7 Series Hokuriku Shinkansen [Kagayaki]
10-1918 HB-E300 series [SATONO]
10-1553S/1554S 701 series 1000 series Sendai color
( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )
Product Specifications
- Item code
- 10-2052
- JAN code
- 4949727699066
Purchase Information
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This item is limited to 2 per household.