Scheduled for release around April-May 2026: Kato's N gauge model train, 287 series (Kuroshio) 60th anniversaryラッピング (wrapping) 2nd edition 6-car set [Special Edition]. Kato 102215 Scheduled for release around April-May 2026: [Product Introduction] Kato's N gauge model train, E721 series 0 series + 1000 series 6-car set [Special Edition]. This model features the HC603 train set from the Hineno branch of the Suita General Rolling Stock Center, which has been given the second phase of its 60th anniversary commemorative wrapping. The wave design around the headlights extending from the front to the sides of both leading cars, the limited express mark on the front, and the headmark are beautifully reproduced. The rounded front shape and distinctive head/tail lights are reproduced. The lightning arrester is a new type that has been seen on JR West vehicles in recent years. A slotless motor is used to achieve smooth and quiet running performance. The leading cars use KATO coupler close-coupling type (without hooks) at the front. Electrical connector parts (1 stage) are included. The intermediate couplings use body-mounted close-coupling type couplers (with hooks). Head/tail lights illuminate. Kumoha 287-16 has an on/off switch. The headlights above the driver's cab light up in white and destination display stickers are included ("Kyoto", "Shin-Osaka", "Wakayama", "Shirahama", "Shingu", "Nara"). DCC friendly. Stored in a 6-car book case. [Set contents] ←Shingu/Shirahama/Wakayama [Kumoroha 286-10] + [Moha 286-13] + [Moha 287-203] + [Moha 286-203] + [Moha 286-12(M)] + [Kumoha 287-16] Shin-Osaka/Kyoto→ [Introduction to the actual train] The 287 series is a limited express DC electric train developed by JR West based on the 683 series 4000 series, and is active as the "Kounotori" and "Kuroshio". In 2025, the limited express "Kuroshio" will celebrate its 60th anniversary since its launch. To commemorate this, a special 60th-anniversaryラッピング (wrapping) train set will begin operation in July of the same year. The first design is based on the 381 series "Super Kuroshio" that had been in operation since 1989. In August of the same year, the second design will also be introduced, featuring a wave-inspired wrapping from the front to the sides. The first design is scheduled to run until February 2026, and the second design until November 2028. [Product Specifications] Scale: N scale (1/150 scale, 9 gauge) Product form: Painted finished product Body material: Plastic Motor: Yes Lights: Head/tail lights illuminate. Kumoha 287-16 has a light switch. The headlights above the driver's cab light up in white. Accessories: Destination display stickers, electrical connector (1-stage) x 2, screwdriver for the light switch. [Optional accessories sold separately] 11-211/212 LED interior light clear (6 cars), 11-213 LED interior light clear (warm white) *For Kumoroha 286 □

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