{"product_id":"kato-10-1973-jr-e6-series-shinkansen-komachi-3-car-emu","title":"10-1973 JR E6 Series Shinkansen Komachi 3 Car EMU","description":"\u003cp\u003e1:150 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue DC Model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model mainly operates in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model is decorated in JR company markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe car body tilt mechanism equipped on the real train is reproduced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe use of a slotless motor achieves smooth and quiet running.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe head and tail lights light up. Car No. 11 (E611-5) comes with a light-off switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with an easy-to-use diaphragm coupler, it reproduces realistic car spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E6 Series “Komachi” began service in 2013 on the Akita Shinkansen, operating at up to 320 km\/h when coupled with the E5\/H5 Series between Tokyo and Morioka. To meet the needs of increasing overseas travellers with large luggage, the real trains underwent modifications between 2018 and 2019, adding expanded luggage storage and filling selected windows. All cars except Car 11 (Green Car) now feature these updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis latest model faithfully reproduces the modernised E6 Series with accurate window-blocking and updated detailing. It can be coupled seamlessly with the upcoming E5 “Hayabusa” and H5 “Hayabusa” releases for authentic multi-set operation between Tokyo and Sendai. Hobby Center Kato also includes a powered bogie with traction tyres, ideal for running the E6 as a standalone set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for collectors and Shinkansen fans, this model captures the sleek design, precision engineering and real-world operation of Japan’s iconic high-speed fleet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57727084167552,"sku":"KAT-10-1973","price":106.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0225\/2858\/9896\/files\/k10-1973.jpg?v=1774533622","url":"https:\/\/railsofsheffield.com\/products\/kato-10-1973-jr-e6-series-shinkansen-komachi-3-car-emu","provider":"Rails of Sheffield","version":"1.0","type":"link"}