N Shinkansen 0 Series 4 Car Set recreates the iconic original “bullet train” that defined Japan’s high-speed rail revolution.
Featuring:
- Historic Shinkansen Design: Faithful N scale reproduction of the 0 Series, the world’s first high-speed bullet train introduced in 1964.
- N Scale Compatibility: Built to N scale (1:160) for operation on standard 9mm gauge track.
- Classic Formation: Four-car configuration representing early-generation Shinkansen services.
- Authentic Styling: Signature white body with blue waistline stripe and streamlined cab design.
- Collector Appeal: Ideal representation of Japan’s railway innovation and post-war transport history.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Total Train Length: 100 cm (approx.)
- Scale: N (1:160)
- Gauge: 9mm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: N (1:160)
- Prototype: Shinkansen 0 Series
- Operator: Japanese National Railways (JNR)
- Configuration: 4-car set
- Power Requirement: Typically compatible with powered Shinkansen unit (check set specification)
- Control: DC analogue or DCC-ready depending on model variant
- Lighting: May include directional lighting depending on version
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal wheelsets
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Included: Four-car Shinkansen 0 Series set
Perfect for: N scale collectors, Japanese railway enthusiasts, and modellers focused on historical high-speed rail development.
Why this kit matters
Introduced for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, the 0 Series Shinkansen marked the beginning of high-speed rail travel, reaching speeds of up to 210 km/h and transforming passenger transport worldwide.
This model represents a landmark in railway engineering history and remains one of the most recognisable train designs ever built.
How to use it
Place the train on N scale 9mm track and operate using a compatible DC or DCC controller depending on the variant. It is ideal for both display and continuous loop layouts featuring Japanese railway scenery.
This is a ready-to-run scale model train set. Paint and glue are not required. A powered unit may be required depending on the specific configuration. It is not a toy.