MICROACE A1448 DE10-1583 Shunting machine color Purple N Scale

A1448 DE10-1583 (Shunting Livery - Purple)

In 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.
The 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."
It 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.
The cab is designed with a sideways-facing control layout, specifically tailored for shunting operations.
As 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.
By 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.
DE10-1583 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.
From 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. Product Overview
An expansion of the Micro Ace diesel locomotive series.
A variation based on model A1441 (released in November 2024).
Features the DE10-1583—a locomotive that spent its entire service life in Kyushu—recreated in its final years, complete with the livery used for shunting duties.
Includes finely printed details such as the JRF logo, "Mon" (Moji) depot designation, locomotive number, manufacturer’s plate, tonnage rating markings, and end-designation markings.
Equipped with a motor; headlights illuminate (no on/off switch); taillights do not illuminate.
Ideal for hauling various freight consists, including Koki 100-series container trains and "Kōshu" (special freight) transport trains. *Note: Due to the use of shared parts, some details may differ from the actual locomotive.
*Note: The extended rain gutters above the side windows are not replicated.