JR 500 Shinkansen Nozomi Bullet Train 8 Car Add on Set

JR 500 Shinkansen Nozomi Bullet Train 8 Car Add on Set

Details:

Expand your Japanese high-speed railway collection with the KATO 500 Series Shinkansen "Nozomi" Additional Coach Pack. Designed to complement the powered starter formation, this N Gauge expansion set allows modellers to recreate the full-length 500 Series Shinkansen formation operated on the Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen network.

Featuring KATO's exceptional attention to detail, the additional coaches accurately reproduce the distinctive aerodynamic styling of the 500 Series, including its streamlined body profile, detailed roof equipment, realistic body markings and refined Shinkansen detailing. The set is ideal for enthusiasts looking to create a more complete and authentic Japanese railway scene, adding extra coaches to achieve the impressive appearance of the original high-speed service.

Perfect for collectors of Japanese railway models, this additional coach pack brings the legendary 500 Series "Nozomi" closer to its full operational formation and pairs perfectly with the matching powered unit set.

Features:

• Eight-car expansion set for the 500 Series Shinkansen.
• Detailed reproduction of the iconic 500 Series design.
• Matches the KATO powered formation.
• Ideal for authentic Japanese railway layouts.

Measurements & Specs:

• Scale: N Gauge
• Prototype: JR West 500 Series Shinkansen "Nozomi"
• Railway System: Japanese Shinkansen
• Suitable For: KATO N Gauge layouts and Japanese railway collections

Historical Background

Introduced in 1997, the 500 Series Shinkansen represented a major advance in Japanese high-speed rail design. Developed by West Japan Railway Company, the train featured advanced aerodynamics, lightweight construction and a maximum operating speed of 300km/h. Its distinctive pointed nose and futuristic styling made it one of the most recognisable Shinkansen trains ever built.

The 500 Series originally operated as the premium Nozomi service between Tokyo and Hakata, becoming a symbol of Japanese engineering and high-speed rail innovation. Although later replaced by newer generations of Shinkansen, the 500 Series remains a favourite among railway enthusiasts for its unique appearance and pioneering technology.