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Kato (Japan) - N Scale - D51-498 Steam Locomotive With Auxiliary Light - Blue/Black/White/Gold With Gold Lettering (SKU 3811-2016-A)

Available On: May 1, 2022


Kato Logo White

 

N Scale


 


Steam locomotive D51 498, one of the standard articles from Kato, is produced again now with leading and trailing wheels spoked.

D51 489 was manufactured in 1940 and put in service across Japan before it was decommissioned in 1972. 14 years later in 1988 it was preserved in working condition to show a steam locomotive of the heyday.

The N scale model is based on the D51 498 as the prototype which belonged to Takasaki locomotive depot around 2008.

Features

● Three base frame with fine three dimensional effect realistic black driving wheels leading and trailing wheels which are reproduced with spokes as well as precise and strong rods have realized the dynamic moving mechanism of a steam locomotive accurately.

● Standard specifications for model D51 498 are reproduced including standard deflectors snow plow black number plate headlight (without icicle protectors).

● The motor equipped with flywheel ensures stable run .

● The number plate is installed in the factory.

● Operative headlight








$150.00 US