{"product_id":"kato-10-1698-n700s-shinkansen-nozomi-add-on-set-a-4-car-n-scale","title":"KATO 10-1698 N700S Shinkansen \"Nozomi\" Add-on Set A  4-car N Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003e10-1698 N700S Shinkansen \"Nozomi\" Add-on Set A (4-Car)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● We are releasing a model of the N700S Shinkansen \"Nozomi,\" the latest trainset for the Tokaido Shinkansen line.\u003cbr\u003e● Developed by JR Central as their next-generation standard Shinkansen model, the N700S entered service between Tokyo and Shin-Osaka in July 2020.\u003cbr\u003e● Known as \"Supreme\"—signifying the pinnacle of the N700 series—this model represents the first full-model change for the Tokaido Shinkansen in 13 years.\u003cbr\u003e● Building upon the previous N700A model, the N700S offers further improvements in stability, safety, comfort, and convenience. It incorporates cutting-edge technology, including a shorter braking distance during earthquakes, enhanced snow-accumulation prevention, an emergency battery-powered propulsion system, and a full-active vibration control system.\u003cbr\u003e● The model accurately reproduces the distinctive \"Dual Supreme Wing\" nose design—characterized by sharp, raised edges along the sides—as well as the unique headlight assembly and the gold-accented side symbol mark.\u003cbr\u003e● Equipped with KATO’s proprietary car-body tilting mechanism, the model realistically replicates the inward-leaning motion seen on the actual train when navigating curves.\u003cbr\u003e● The lineup includes an accessible 4-car Basic Set, 4-car Add-on Set A, 8-car Add-on Set B, and a Starter Set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Features\u003cbr\u003e● Based on the J3 trainset, as it appeared in 2020 while assigned to the Tokyo Inspection Depot.\u003cbr\u003e● Realistically reproduces the \"Dual Supreme Wing\" nose shape, which differs from that of the N700A.\u003cbr\u003e● Accurately replicates the gold-accented side symbol mark.\u003cbr\u003e● Features details such as the blue stripe that wraps from the sides to the front, and the unique underfloor cover configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Equipped with KATO’s proprietary tilting mechanism, which replicates the inward-leaning motion of the train body when navigating curves—just like the actual train.\u003cbr\u003e● Features a power unit with a flywheel for smooth, stable operation.\u003cbr\u003e● Includes head and tail lights (using white LEDs), designed to replicate the appearance of the actual train’s dual-lamp (upper and lower) lighting configuration.\u003cbr\u003e● DCC-friendly.\u003cbr\u003e● The 4-car Add-on Set A case is designed to accommodate both the 4-car Add-on Set A and the 4-car Basic Set.\u003cbr\u003e● Minimum curve radius: R315\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KATO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67822825472060,"sku":"4949727684291","price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/8376\/5308\/files\/10-1698pg.jpg?v=1792737027","url":"https:\/\/sunsetbluetrains.com\/products\/kato-10-1698-n700s-shinkansen-nozomi-add-on-set-a-4-car-n-scale","provider":"Sunset Blue Trains","version":"1.0","type":"link"}