The Tokyu 5080 Series was introduced in 2003 for service on the Meguro Line, designed to support one-man operation and through-service with the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, Toei Mita Line, and Saitama Railway. Originally formed as 6-car sets, each was extended to 8 cars in 2022. From March 2023, the trains began mutual through-operation with the Sotetsu Line via the newly opened Tokyu Shin-Yokohama Line, expanding their reach across multiple urban rail networks.

◆ This model faithfully reproduces key features of the real train, including the distinctive blue line-color band and the unique pair of L-shaped antennas mounted only on the Shin-Yokohama-end lead car, reflecting modern antenna consolidation. This highly realistic N-scale set is ideal for recreating contemporary Japanese commuter operations, offering smooth integration into urban layouts and interline scenarios with other modern rolling stock.

Composition of Trains

◆ Product Features

① Set 5190, which was converted to an 8-car formation by incorporating a newly built car (Car 5) and a transferred car from the 6000 series (Car 4) as part of the 7th production batch.

Couplers: KATO close-coupling type couplers with hooks (intermediate cars), dummy couplers (rear cars)

Details:

• Corporate logo on the side of the body is printed as “TOKYU CORPORATION” on cars 1–3 and 6–8, and as “TOKYU RAILWAYS” on cars 4 and 5 (added later).
• “8cars” marking is pre-printed on front windshield, no identification stripes beside the crew doors or caution stripes at car ends.
• Cars 1–3 and 5–8 feature Mitsubishi CU708 air-conditioning units, car 4 features Hitachi HRB504 unit.

Other:

• Slotless motor.
• Head/taillights, front destination display lit (white LEDs).