Tomix 7459 JR Diesel Car KIHA Type 100 Second Batch Trailer (N scale)

The Kiha 100 diesel car was introduced in 1990 to replace the Kiha type 20 and Kiha type 45. After four prototype cars, four improved mass-produced cars (first batch) were built in 1991, followed by a second batch that featured modified skirt shapes and other refinements. These cars were mainly used on the Ofunato Line, Kitakami Line, Yamada Line, Kamaishi Line, and Ominato Line. They are being replaced by the Kiha type 110 and will retire from the Ofunato Line with the March 2025 timetable revision. Prototype and first-generation cars are also being retired at the same time.

Key Features

- Second batch Kiha 100 cars are sold as trailer-only models

- TN coupler with electric coupler parts designed for cold resistance, single stage

- Head and tail lights use a constant lighting circuit board and include an ON-OFF switch

- Interior lighting fitted with a constant lighting circuit board as standard

- Headlights: warm white; tail lights: red; interior lights: white

- Front display is printed with "normal" and can be changed using included transfer sheets

- Separate hood frame parts included for added detail

- Car number and logo marks are selectable; transfer sheets included

- New current collection system and silver wheels for improved realism

- TN coupler (SP) is standard

- Capable of passing through mini curved track

Lines Served

- Ofunato Line

- Kitakami Line

- Yamada Line

- Kamaishi Line

- Ominato Line

Accessories Included

- Runner parts: radio antenna, whistle

- Parts: hood frame

- Transfer sheet: car number and logo markings

This Kiha 100 second batch model is ideal for collectors and layout operators seeking an accurate, detailed representation of the late-generation Kiha 100 cars, complete with realistic lighting, selectable markings, and upgraded running hardware.