The Series 183-1500 model reproduces the KUHA Series183 train with ATC as operated in the Makuhari region. This High Grade (HG) model faithfully recreates the 14-car set originally built with six new cars and eight modified cars, and later reorganized for Boso region service, including the 1985 conversion to 6-car mono-class sets that could be extended to 9 cars during peak periods.
Key features
- High Grade HG specification faithful to the real Series 183-1500 formation
- Leading cars at both ends reproduced as KUHA 183-1500 and middle cars as Series 183-0
- Recreates MOHA 183-0 cars fitted with two pantographs
- Makuhari Depot–style gray snowplow on the leading car
- Train ventilators and AU71 type cooler on MOHA 183-0 reproduced in silver
- Head and tail lights and train mark fitted to a constant lighting circuit board with ON-OFF switch
- Lights use incandescent-color LEDs for authentic warm illumination
- Train mark illuminated via a color prism to achieve a near-white appearance
- Printed train mark "Wakashio" included; replacement printed train marks for "Sazanami", "Shiosai", and "Super Hakuba" included
- ATS onboard sub-parts included
- Toilet tank installed
- Shoe rails and door rails are printed for realistic detail
- Selectable car number and choice of JNR or JR marks via included transfer sheet
- Flywheel-equipped power unit for smooth running
- New current collection system with black wheels
- M-13 motor used
- Dummy coupler on the driver’s cab side of the KUHA 183-1500
- Each coupling side fitted with TN coupler SP with piping as standard
- Compatible with interior lighting kit Tomix 0733
Train formation
- KUHA 183-1500 (odd-numbered cars)
- MOHA 183-0 (T)
- MOHA 182-0
- MOHA 183-0 (M)
- MOHA 182-0
- KUHA 183-1500 (even-numbered cars)
Accessories
- Runner parts: antenna, whistle
- Runner parts: ATS onboard unit
- Runner parts: limited express symbol mark
- Parts: obstacle deflector
- Parts: train mark
- Parts: jig
- Transfer sheet: car numbers, marks, and other decals
This HG model is ideal for collectors and model railway enthusiasts seeking an accurate, detail-rich reproduction of the Makuhari-deployed 183 Series 1500 formation, complete with authentic lighting, mechanical features, and selectable markings.