N E231-500 Yamanote Line 1st Generation Add-On Set (3 Cars)
Featuring:
- Prototype Accuracy: N scale E231-500 series add-on cars for the Yamanote Line commuter train.
- Expansion Set: Extends your base 8-car formation to a longer, more realistic Tokyo commuter consist.
- Detailed Finish: Injection-moulded bodies with crisp printed Yamanote Line green stripe detailing.
- Seamless Integration: Matches the first generation set for consistent running and appearance.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length (per car): 13 cm
- Total Length (3-car set): 39 cm
- Width: 2 cm
- Height: 2.8 cm
- Scale: N (1:150)
- Gauge: 9mm
Technical Specifications:
- Model: E231-500 Series Commuter Train Add-On Set
- Line: Yamanote Line, Tokyo
- Formation: 3 add-on cars
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal components
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Power Requirement: None (requires powered base set)
- Couplings: N scale compatible
- Recommended Age: 14+
Perfect for: N scale railway modellers expanding Tokyo commuter layouts, collectors building full-length Yamanote Line trains, and operators enhancing urban rail scenes.
Why this train matters
The E231-500 series defines modern commuter travel on Tokyo’s Yamanote Line. Adding extra cars reflects real-world train length changes during peak demand.
The Yamanote Line forms a complete loop around central Tokyo. It links major hubs like Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Tokyo Station with constant passenger flow.
This add-on set helps you recreate that dense, fast-moving urban rail environment with more realism and presence on your layout.
How to use it
Attach the 3-car add-on set to your existing powered E231-500 Yamanote Line train. Ensure correct coupling alignment for smooth operation. Run it as a longer formation on N gauge track for busy station scenes.
No paint, glue, or tools needed. Ready to run once connected.
This is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.