1:150 scale model produced by Kato. This model is ready-to-run straight out of the box and would make a excellent addition to any model railway collection.

Features:

• Analogue DC Model
• This model mainly operates in Japan
• This model is decorated in JR company markings
• E4 Series Shinkansen
• The P5 formation belonging to the Shinkansen General Rolling Stock Center is now available as a product.
• The emblem inscribed on the side of the car is beautifully reproduced.
• The streamlined car shape and beautiful coloring that exude a sense of speed that is characteristic of the actual car are faithfully reproduced.
• Cars 7 and 8 come equipped with built-in interior light panels. By combining them with the separately sold interior lights, the difference in lighting color between green seats and regular seats can be reproduced.
• The PS201 type pantograph, lightning arresters, antennas, and other roof-mounted equipment are accurately reproduced.
• The use of a slotless motor ensures smooth and quiet running. ?The first floor of the intermediate powered car is reproduced as a see-through part.
• The first floor of the intermediate powered car (E459-200) is made see-through.
• Includes stickers including exterior markings, destinations, and seat signs next to the green car doors, which vary depending on the era.
• Head/tail lights light up (with switch to turn them off).
• Equipped with a front coupling mechanism that can be coupled to other types with realistic movement that approaches that of the actual vehicle .
• The intermediate car coupling part is equipped with KATO diaphragm coupler PAT. as standard.
• DCC friendly.

Details

Introduced in 1994, the E4 Series Shinkansen was Japan’s second-generation double-decker high-speed train, following the pioneering E1 Series. Typically operated in 16-car formations—two coupled 8-car sets—it could also run alongside other E4 Series trains and the E3 Series Yamagata Shinkansen “Tsubasa”.

With a maximum passenger capacity of 1,634, it held the record as the world’s highest-capacity high-speed train. Following the introduction of the E5 Series, the E4 Series has primarily served the Joetsu Shinkansen, and in 2014, its distinctive stripe colour was updated from yellow to pink.

This model faithfully recreates the double-decker design, striking livery, and iconic profile of the E4 Series, making it a standout addition for collectors of Japanese high-speed trains and N gauge enthusiasts.