{"title":"MICROACE","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"microace-a1021-103-series-1500-series-revived-jnr-colors-3-car-set-n","title":"MICROACE A1021 103 Series 1500 Series Revived JNR Colors 3-Car Set (N)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCOMMUTER TRAIN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e103 Series 1500 Series, Revived JNR Livery, 3-Car Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● These vehicles were newly manufactured in 1982 for the electrification of the Chikuhi Line and Karatsu Line, as well as for direct service with the Fukuoka Municipal Subway, which began the following year.\u003cbr\u003e● While the running equipment is primarily similar to that of the 103 Series 1000 and 1200, the body structure is closer to that of the 201 Series and 105 Series, making them unique among the 103 Series.\u003cbr\u003e● When first introduced, the livery was light blue with ivory stripes.\u003cbr\u003e● Skirts were installed from the late 1980s, and in the mid-1990s the livery was changed to a metallic gray base with red and yellow accents.\u003cbr\u003e● Additionally, in consideration of operational efficiency at terminal sections, some trains were modified in 1989 to include a driver's cab in the middle car, allowing they to be split from a 6-car fixed formation into a 3+3 car formation.\u003cbr\u003e●Since around 2003, the livery has been changed back to that of the 303 series, and additional toilets have been installed in response to legal changes.\u003cbr\u003e●In August 2023, one three-car train was repainted in the original JNR livery, which caused quite a stir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Overview\u003cbr\u003e●Further expansion of the Micro Ace commuter train series\u003cbr\u003e●Headlights, taillights, and front display lights (with ON-OFF switch)\u003cbr\u003e●Equipped with a flywheel-equipped power unit\u003cbr\u003e●A variation based on the A1020 (shipped February 2021)\u003cbr\u003e●Already available in the JNR livery that was revived in August 2023\u003cbr\u003e●Underfloor equipment and bogies are dark gray, the ventilators have been removed, and a new air conditioner has been installed\u003cbr\u003e●New stickers featuring destinations displayed at the event have been created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccessories\u003cbr\u003e●Stickers\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MICROACE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67839542526012,"sku":"4968279800515","price":16300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/8376\/5308\/files\/A1021.jpg?v=1792990651"},{"product_id":"microace-a1448-de10-1583-shunting-machine-color-purple-n-scale","title":"MICROACE A1448 DE10-1583 Shunting machine color Purple N Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eA1448 DE10-1583 (Shunting Livery - Purple)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the 1960s, many steam locomotives were still in operation on the Japanese National Railways (JNR) network; consequently, various diesel locomotives were developed to replace them.\u003cbr\u003eThe DE10-class diesel locomotive was introduced in 1966 to replace medium-sized steam locomotives—such as the 9600, C11, and C58 series—that were used for shunting and secondary line operations. To maintain sufficient adhesion while keeping the axle load to 13 tons and reducing lateral pressure on curves, the locomotive features a unique five-axle wheel arrangement designated as \"AAA-B.\"\u003cbr\u003eIt is equipped with a single DML61ZA engine—the same type used in the DD51 class—resulting in a distinctive appearance with an elongated bonnet extending from one side.\u003cbr\u003eThe cab is designed with a sideways-facing control layout, specifically tailored for shunting operations.\u003cbr\u003eAs a versatile locomotive well-suited to Japan’s railway infrastructure, 708 units of the DE10 class were manufactured by 1978. The design spawned numerous variations, including the DE11 (specialized for shunting), the DE15 (designed for snow removal), and versions introduced independently by various private railway companies.\u003cbr\u003eBy the 2000s, some DE10 units operated by JR Freight were designated exclusively for shunting duties; these were given a different livery to distinguish them from units used for main-line service.\u003cbr\u003eDE10-1583 was built in 1973 and initially assigned to the Nogata Engine Depot. Throughout its service life, it remained in the Kyushu region, with assignments at facilities including the Moji and Kashii Engine Depots.\u003cbr\u003eFrom the 2000s, it was designated as a shunting locomotive for the Moji Engine Depot and repainted in a reddish-purple livery; it remained in service at the Moji Engine Depot until 2016. 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