The 103 series, introduced in 1976 to replace older trains, became widely used on the Ome Line, Itsukaichi Line, and Musashino Line. Later deployed to replace the 101 series on the Musashino Line, the 103 series evolved with modifications such as the ATS-P safety system installation on KUMOHA cars when the Keiyo Line opened, which resulted in the train number window being covered. The Musashino Line later adopted 8-car formations to increase capacity, creating dedicated sets distinct from those on the Ome and Itsukaichi Lines.
Product highlights
- High Grade (HG) specification model reproducing the 6-car E formation based at Toyoda Depot and used on the Musashino, Ome, and Itsukaichi Lines in the 1990s.
- KUMOHA 103 is newly manufactured to reproduce the appearance with ATS-P installed and the covered train number window from the Keiyo Line opening.
- Compatible with the separately sold 97648 add-on set to reproduce the Musashino Line 8-car formation from later years.
- H-rubber reproduced in black on the front and pocket windows, and silver on the door windows for authentic detailing.
- JA plug receptacle and hose supplied as separate parts for user selection.
- Headlights, taillights, and front display equipped with a constant lighting circuit board and an ON-OFF switch.
- Lighting uses warm white LEDs; the front display is illuminated through a color prism to achieve a near-white appearance.
- Front display is replaceable and includes pre-printed parts.
- Car numbers are selectable and provided on a transfer sheet.
- TN coupler (SP) is standard equipment.
- New current collection system and black wheels.
- Flywheel-equipped motor and M-13 motor included for smooth operation.
Included cars
- KUMOHA 103-0 (early model with air conditioning modification)
- MOHA 102-0 (early model air-conditioned car) (M)
- SAHA 103-0 (early model with air conditioning modification)
- MOHA 103-0 (early model with air conditioning modification)
- MOHA 102-0 (early model with air conditioning) (T)
- KUHA 103-500 (early model with air conditioning modification)
Accessories
- Runner parts: antenna, signal flare
- Runner parts: destination display
- Runner parts: jumper plugs, hoses
- Runner parts: ATS onboard unit
- Runner parts: train number
- Runner parts: train number for KUMOHA
- Parts: obstacle deflector
- Parts: jig
- Transfer sheet: car numbers and markings
This highly detailed 103 series HG model set is ideal for collectors and hobbyists seeking an authentic reproduction of the Musashino, Ome, and Itsukaichi Line formations from the 1990s, with accurate lighting, selectable details, and compatibility for expanded 8-car layouts.