The Shinano Railway SR1 Series is the first new-generation train introduced by Shinano Railway, operating between Karuizawa and Myoko-Kogen. Based on the E129 Series, which has a proven track record in snowy Niigata, the SR1 Series was introduced to modernize the fleet. Since its establishment during the construction of the Nagano/Hokuriku Shinkansen, Shinano Railway had been running former JR 115 Series trains since its opening in 1997. In 2020, the SR1 Series was newly manufactured to replace them. The initial batch included three sets for limited express service, followed by general-use trains introduced the next year, including four 200-series sets and three 300-series sets (the latter without de-icing pantographs).

◆ This model features the 200 Series of the SR1—equipped with two pantographs—as seen in active service on the Shinano Railway. Its compact 2-car formation is perfect for small layouts, and you can also recreate a realistic 4-car train by coupling two sets together.

Composition of Trains

◆ Product Features

① Features the signature silver body of the Shinano Railway with vivid red striping, as well as other distinctive design elements, like the slim double waistline stripes, gold accent band on the cab side, and the Shinano Railway logo.

Couplers: body-mounted close couplers without hooks between cars, lead car equipped with dummy coupler (replacement included).

Details:

• The front destination display comes pre-fitted with “One-Man Nagano,” and includes alternate options: “One-Man Karuizawa” and blank boards (two of each). The side destination indicators are pre-printed in black, with additional destination stickers included for customization.

Other:

• Lights: head-/taillights lit (white LEDs).
• Coreless motor.
• DCC-friendly.

Please note: Roof beading and some underfloor equipment may differ slightly from the actual train.