N Yo3500 Guards Van Hokkaido.
Featuring:
- Guard’s Van Design: N scale Yo3500 Hokkaido-style guard’s van, used at the end of freight or passenger consists for braking support and crew accommodation.
- Scale & Gauge Compatibility: N scale (1:160); suitable for 9mm gauge track systems.
- Construction & Finish: Injection-moulded plastic body with printed detailing reflecting regional Hokkaido railway styling.
- Layout Integration: Standard N scale couplings for easy connection to compatible locomotives and rolling stock.
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: N (1:160)
- Model: Yo3500 Guard’s Van – Hokkaido
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Power Requirement: None
- Compatibility Notes: Compatible with N gauge locomotives and rolling stock
- Included: One N scale guard’s van
Perfect for: N scale railway modellers building Japanese freight trains, regional Hokkaido layouts, or historically inspired consist formations.
Why this model matters
Guard’s vans like the Yo3500 played an important operational role in Japanese rail freight, providing braking support and crew space at the rear of trains. This model adds authenticity and completeness to freight consists, especially in regional or historical layouts.
How to use it
Place the van at the end of a freight or mixed consist on compatible 9mm gauge track. Couple it securely to ensure stable operation. No assembly, paint, or glue is required.
This is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.