{"product_id":"n-shinkansen-0-series-4-car-set","title":"N Shinkansen 0 Series 4 Car Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eN Shinkansen 0 Series 4 Car Set recreates the iconic original “bullet train” that defined Japan’s high-speed rail revolution.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistoric Shinkansen Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithful N scale reproduction of the 0 Series, the world’s first high-speed bullet train introduced in 1964.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eN Scale Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Built to N scale (1:160) for operation on standard 9mm gauge track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClassic Formation:\u003c\/b\u003e Four-car configuration representing early-generation Shinkansen services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Styling:\u003c\/b\u003e Signature white body with blue waistline stripe and streamlined cab design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCollector Appeal:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal representation of Japan’s railway innovation and post-war transport history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTotal Train Length:\u003c\/b\u003e 100 cm (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e N (1:160)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGauge:\u003c\/b\u003e 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e N (1:160)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype:\u003c\/b\u003e Shinkansen 0 Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOperator:\u003c\/b\u003e Japanese National Railways (JNR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/b\u003e 4-car set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/b\u003e Typically compatible with powered Shinkansen unit (check set specification)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eControl:\u003c\/b\u003e DC analogue or DCC-ready depending on model variant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLighting:\u003c\/b\u003e May include directional lighting depending on version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Injection-moulded plastic with metal wheelsets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePaint\/Glue:\u003c\/b\u003e Not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/b\u003e Four-car Shinkansen 0 Series set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e N scale collectors, Japanese railway enthusiasts, and modellers focused on historical high-speed rail development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, the 0 Series Shinkansen marked the beginning of high-speed rail travel, reaching speeds of up to 210 km\/h and transforming passenger transport worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model represents a landmark in railway engineering history and remains one of the most recognisable train designs ever built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the train on N scale 9mm track and operate using a compatible DC or DCC controller depending on the variant. It is ideal for both display and continuous loop layouts featuring Japanese railway scenery.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a ready-to-run scale model train set. Paint and glue are not required. A powered unit may be required depending on the specific configuration. It is not a toy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45415655669916,"sku":"KA10044","price":164.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/KA10044-5.avif?v=1775751202","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/n-shinkansen-0-series-4-car-set","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}