The 185 series 0-series is a limited express train introduced in 1981 to replace the 153 series on express and local services to the Izu area. For about six months after introduction it ran on the Izu express service alongside the 153 series. After the Izu express was upgraded and renamed Odoriko, the 185 series primarily operated on the Odoriko route. The fleet was renovated in the late 1990s with features such as reclining seats and remained in service until 2021.
High-grade (HG) specification features and compatibility
- Combine this set with set 97243 to recreate the 10-car A formation.
- Combine further with set 97242 to recreate the 15-car 185 series formation.
- When used with the 153 series basic set B (set 97613), you can recreate the mixed-type Express Izu and local trains from the time the 185 series first appeared.
- Original-style skirt fitted with three jumper plug receptacles aligned on one side; an alternate skirt with some jumper plugs removed is included.
- Toilet drain pipe fitted; replacement tank parts included.
- Green car mark, door sills, and door rails are printed.
- Car numbers, JNR and JR marks are selectable; transfer sheets included.
- Train name plates printed; Odoriko fitted, Express Izu and Local name plates included.
- Headlights, taillights, and train name plates use a constant lighting circuit board with an ON-OFF switch.
- Lights use white LEDs; headlights appear close to incandescent color thanks to a color prism.
- Leading car driver’s cab side uses a TN coupler (SP) with a small body mount.
- TN coupler (SP) with piping is standard between each coupling surface.
- New current collection system and black wheels included.
- Flywheel-equipped power unit with M-13 motor for smooth running.
Train set composition
- KUHA 185-0
- Salo 185-0
- MOHA 184-0
- MOHA 185-0 (M)
- KUHA 185-100
Accessories included
- Runner parts: limited express symbol mark (small)
- Runner parts: onboard ATS equipment
- Runner parts: jumper plugs and related components
- Runner parts: train name plates
- Runner parts: radio antennas and related parts
- Runner parts: obstacle deflector
- Parts: toilet tank
- Parts: skirt
- Parts: jig
- Stickers: train number
- Transfer sheet: car numbers
This detailed HG model accurately reproduces the historic 185 series 0-series limited express prototype, ideal for collectors and model railroad layouts recreating Odoriko, Express Izu, and Izu-area services.
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