TOMIX 98434 JR KiHa 261-5000 Series Limited Express Diesel Train "Hamanasu" N Scale

JR KiHa 261-5000 Series Limited Express Diesel Car "Hamanasu" The KiHa 261 is a limited express diesel train operated by JR Hokkaido; the 1000-series variant, introduced in 2006, continues to see new units added to the fleet and serves as a mainstay for limited express services. To meet the need for a multi-purpose train—suitable for group charters, school excursions, and more—two five-car sets were manufactured based on the 7th production batch of the 1000-series, creating a new classification: the 5000-series. The first set was named "Hamanasu" (Japanese rose) and features a striking appearance with a reddish-purple color scheme—evoking the flower's hue—applied to the front end and around the doors. Entering service in October 2020, the train operates as a special charter and also runs on scheduled limited express routes such as the "Okhotsk" and "Taisetsu." ● Faithfully reproduces the multi-purpose KiHa 261-5000 series in the reddish-purple "Hamanasu" livery. ● Newly manufactured bodywork accurately reflecting the 7th production batch specifications, including a unique roof bead pattern, side panels with seams located only below the windows, and beaded end-car faces. ● Interior seating in the KiHa 261-5101 (multi-purpose car) reproduces the specific layout of box-style seats and window-facing seats. ● Headlights, taillights, and the train mark feature a constant-lighting circuit board with an ON/OFF switch. ● Headlights, taillights, and the train mark are illuminated by white LEDs. ● Interchangeable pre-printed train marks: "140 Years of Hokkaido Railways" is pre-installed, with "Group Charter" and "Okhotsk/Taisetsu" included as options. ● Car numbers are pre-printed. ● Seats in the multi-purpose car are finished in brown. ● Equipped with a flywheel-equipped drive mechanism. ● Features a new power pickup system and black-plated wheels. ● Uses the M-13 motor.