Before the Hokuriku Shinkansen transformed travel to the region, the Hakutaka limited express was Japan's fastest conventional train, reaching 160 km/h (99 mph) on the Hokuhoku Line. Finished in its distinctive Frosty White livery with Crimson Red and Aqua Blue stripes, the Hokuhoku Express 683 Series became one of Japan's most iconic limited express trains.

◆ This updated release recreates the train in its original Hakutaka era, complete with newly refined details. It's the perfect addition for recreating the scenic railways of northern Japan before the arrival of the Hokuriku Shinkansen.

Composition of Trains

◆ Product Features

Details

• Hokuhoku Express N03 + N13 formations.
• Frosty White livery with Crimson Red & Aqua Blue stripes.
• Snow Rabbit and Hokuhoku Express logos.
• New safety handrail and open gangway door parts, detailed AC/DC pantograph equipment
• Disc brake wheels on selected cars.
• Destination stickers included.

Specifications

Couplers: Body-mounted close couplers with electrical connectors.

Other:

• Head-/taillights lit.
• Slotless motor.
• DCC Friendly.