Kato 10-2008 Diesel Locomotiv DF50 Shikoku Type 2 Cars Set (N scale)

The DF50 is a diesel locomotive developed for the elimination of smoke on non-electrified branch lines. The prototype model was manufactured in 1957 (Showa 32) and mass production continued until 1963 (Showa 38). It employs an electric transmission system that drives the main motor using DC power generated by a diesel engine linked generator. The 0 series, in particular, features an engine from Shin-Mitsubishi Heavy Industries with a technology partnership with the Swiss Sulzer company, and was extensively active in regions like the Dosan Main Line (currently Dosan Line) in Shikoku.

- Modeled in its late years with reinforced front

- Newly recreated SG pipe cut-off handle on the side of the obstacle deflector and release lever shaped to avoid jumper plugs on the 2-end

- Features like a funnel-shaped rain gutter outlet, new air filter cover, platform decking with replicated punched plate, and radiator sprinkling pipe are accurately recreated

- Reproduces bogies with jumper plugs for multiple-unit control, balance air pipe for obstacle deflector, and sandboxes remaining only on the 1st, 5th, and 6th axes

- Includes Shikoku-style snowplow

- Illuminated headlights with warm white LED

- DF50 Shikoku Model 2-Car Set

  - One of the cars is equipped with traction tires, while the other car is designed without traction tires for multiple-unit operation

  - Includes optional number plates "28", "43", "44", "47". The manufacturer’s plate is integrated into the body and "Mitsubishi" is pre-printed.

  - Comes with the "DF50 Secret Territory" head mark.