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Kato N Starter Set ICE 4

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Description

N Starter Set ICE 4 brings modern high-speed German rail travel into compact N scale modelling.

Featuring:

  • Complete Starter Set: Includes ICE 4 high-speed train, basic oval track, and controller for immediate operation.
  • N Scale Compatibility: Built to N scale (1:160), designed for standard 9mm gauge layouts.
  • Modern ICE 4 Design: Sleek white body with red accents and accurate Deutsche Bahn branding.
  • Fully Assembled Train: Ready-to-run multiple unit with pre-installed couplings between cars.
  • Beginner-Friendly Layout: Ideal introduction to high-speed passenger modelling and modern European rail systems.

Model Dimensions (Approximate):

  • Total Train Length: Approx. 80–100 cm (varies by configuration)
  • Scale: N (1:160)
  • Gauge: 9mm

Technical Specifications:

  • Scale: N (1:160)
  • Prototype: ICE 4 (Intercity-Express)
  • Operator: Deutsche Bahn (DB)
  • Configuration: Starter set (train + track + controller)
  • Power Requirement: DC analogue (DCC-ready depending on edition)
  • Control: Compatible with standard N scale controllers
  • Track Included: Basic oval starter layout
  • Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal wheelsets
  • Assembly: Ready-to-run
  • Paint/Glue: Not required
  • Recommended Age: 14+
  • Included: ICE 4 train set, track, controller (varies by version)

Perfect for: N scale beginners, modern European railway fans, and collectors of high-speed train models.

Why this kit matters

The ICE 4 represents the latest generation of Germany’s Intercity-Express fleet, designed for efficiency, comfort, and long-distance high-speed travel across Europe. It features modular trainsets, improved energy efficiency, and advanced passenger comfort systems.

This model captures the modern evolution of European rail travel, making it a key addition for contemporary layout themes.

How to use it

Set up the included track oval, place the ICE 4 train on the rails, and connect the controller. Suitable for smooth high-speed operation on level layouts.

This is a ready-to-run N scale train set. Paint and glue are not required. It is not a toy.

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