273 Series “YAKUMO”
The key features of this model include its iconic “Yakumo bronze” color (named after its concept of reflecting the scenery of
the San’in and Hakubi line, and its ability to blend in with natural surroundings), as well as the rooftop controlled tilting train
mechanism which was designed to improve the riding experience. Out of a total of 11 train sets, the front cars of the 1st to
6th and 11th sets are equipped with a through door at the front, while the Kumorohara 272 of the 7th and 9th sets and the
Kumohara 273 of the 8th and 10th sets have a non-through structure. Normally, the trains operate as four-car sets, but during
busy times, two sets are coupled together to form an eight-car train.
◆ The new 273 series train for the Limited Express 'Yakumo' has been introduced. The four-car set features a through
structure for the front cars at both ends, while the special eight-car set includes one front car (Kumorohara 272) with a non-through structure toward Izumo City and one front car (Kumohara 273) with a non-through structure toward Okayama.
Scheduled for release in February 2025 is the '10-1779 381 series "Yuttari Yakumo" (normal formation, gray bogies)', along
with the '10-1907/1908 227 series 500 series ' planned for May of the same year. Together, these will allow you to enjoy scenes of operation in the San'in and San'yō
regions.
Features
①Y2 formation (4-car set), Y7 and Y8 formations (8-car set) belonging to Goto General Rolling Stock Works, Izumo Branch
②Reproduces the characteristic “Yakumo Bronze” body color, ivory around the windows, and brown roof and skirts.
③Front doors (open) parts are included (1 for 4-car set, 2 for 8-car set) to enable reproduction of two trains in
combination.
④The 4-car set is the “Best Selection” package, which is easy for beginners, and the 8-car set comes in a
special sleeve package.
⑤The 4-car set features a formation where both end cars are equipped with a gangway connection (through door). The 8-car set
reproduces a formation where one end car does not have a gangway connection on one side.
⑥End markings, safety device markings (P/S), and door cock markings are represented in printed form.
⑦Each car is equipped with body-mounted, non-hook, tight-couplers.
⑧Equipped with a slotless motor, allowing for smooth and quiet operation.
⑨Features KATO's unique body tilting mechanism that reproduces the inward body lean during curve passage, just like the
real trains.
⑩DCC friendly