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Kato (Japan) - N Scale - EF15 Standard Type Electric Locomotive - Dark Brown/Gold/Gray with Gold Lettering (SKU 3811-30623)

Available On: January 1, 2026

 

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● Item Introduction

The EF15 was Japan’s standard postwar freight electric locomotive, with 202 units built between 1947 and 1958. Its boxy design recalls 1950s European electrics like the DB Class E10 and remains a favorite among fans of classic rail. Active until 1987, it's ideal for recreating authentic JNR freight scenes.

◆ This reissue features a smooth-running slotless motor, updated product number, and packaging, while retaining the classic detailing collectors love.

To match the EF15, we’re also releasing a 6-car freight train set, inspired by the colorful, mixed consists of the era. This ready-to-run set adds variety and realism to any layout and pairs well with steam, diesel, or electric motive power.

◆ Compatible with locomotives like EF15, EF65-0, ED71, EF80, EF81 (standard), D51, C11, C12, C56, DE10, DD51 (orange), DD54, and DF50.

 

Composition of Trains

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◆ Product Features

① Standard EF15 type (units No. 46–129) with 7 side windows, monitor roof, PS14 pantograph, and plate-style number plates.

Couplers: Arnold couplers, replacement knuckle couplers.

Details:

  • PS14 pantograph with pipe-style pantograph shoes.
  • Selectable number plates: “EF15 79,” “EF15 96,” “EF15 97,” and “EF15 111.”
  • EF15-specific features: slanted suspension springs and hanging links located under the deck.
  • The leading wheels are equipped with spoked wheels.

Other:

  • Headlights lit (warm white LEDs).
  • Slotless motor.

Freight Train 6-Car Set

① Includes an assortment of JNR-era freight cars: covered vans, open wagons, hopper cars, refrigerated cars, container cars, and brake vans.

② Combining two sets allows easy recreation of a JNR-era freight train with brake vans at both ends.

Couplers:

Details:

  • Tora 45000 comes with removable load cover to realistically represent cargo.
  • All cars are equipped with Arnold couplers, can be connected to various separately sold freight cars.
  • Yo 5000 brake van features lit taillight, includes dummy coupler.

 

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$85.00 US
Country of Origin: Japan