Tomix 97630 JR Series KIHA 183-2550 Limited Express Diesel Car Hokuto 2 Cars Add-on Set (N scale)

The KIHA Series 183-2550 is a model of the diesel multiple unit designed for 130 km/h operation on the Hokuto limited express. Introduced in 1994 as a strengthened-brake version of the Series 550 , this model faithfully reproduces the appearance and details of the real train.

Key features

- Recreates the Series 2550 used on the Hokuto limited express, including the KIHA 182 with the toilet window filled in

- Accurately reproduced HET livery: light gray with blue and green stripes, also called Funkawan Blue

- Printed HOKUTO train mark included

- HET logo reproduced on one side of the KIHA 183 front end

- KIHA 183 front end equipped with a bogie-mounted Arnold coupler

- Includes an optional TN coupler for the KIHA 183 front end, a dedicated skirt, and a bogie frame with the Arnold coupler branches removed

- Head and tail lights and train markings illuminated by warm white LEDs

- Train markings illuminated in a near-white color thanks to color prisms

- KIHA 182 represented as a later model with square exhaust pipes; seats modeled in burgundy to evoke reserved seat cars

- Selectable car number with transfer sheet included in the basic set

- New current collection system, black bogie frame, and black wheels

- Compatible with interior lighting kit Tomix 0733

*This set does not contain a motor car

Formation and expansion

- The Hokuto limited express normally runs with 6 to 7 cars and can form 9 cars during busy periods by placing a KIHA 183 lead car in the middle to provide power

- Add-on set item number 97629 allows you to recreate a 9-car formation for peak seasons

Models included

- KIHA 183-3550

- KIHA 182-2550

Accessories

- Runner parts: whistle

- Parts: hood frame

- Parts: TN coupler

- Parts: TN coupler skirt

- Parts: bogie frame