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Das Steinkopf

Das Steinkopf

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On 5/10/2022 at 4:07 AM, Arctic said:

Greenmax announcements for this month:

 

http://www.greenmax.co.jp/gm-poster/2022/05/220510a.html

http://www.greenmax.co.jp/gm-poster/2022/05/220510b.html

http://www.greenmax.co.jp/gm-poster/2022/05/220510c.html

 

JR Central 311 Series

Meitetsu 2200 Series

Kintetsu 12410 Series

Hankyu 6000 Series

Thank You Aizu Railway 6050 Series

Yagan Railway 6050 Series

Tobu 6050 Series

+ some structures and paints 

 

 I am so happy that Greenmax is bringing out a model of the 311 Series, it is the missing link in my JR Tokai fleet and I have been after one for ages, MicroAce had the original version with the Diamond Pattern pantograph as well as the updated version with the single armed pantograph that they released well over a decade ago, I am happy that Greenmax has decided to go with the updated variant as this fits well within my 2015-2020 timeline.

 

https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/image/10883251/30/1

 

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KateM

KateM

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Tokyu 8500 series, Tokyu 2020 series, Tokyu 1000 series, Seibu 2000 series, JR Kyushu Kiha 200, JNR Kumoyuni 81, Meitetsu 1200 series, Meitetsu 1800 series, JNR 52 series

 

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disturbman

disturbman

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17 minutes ago, Arctic said:

I guess this won't win 'most exciting JNS forum post of the year award'


Not if you are trying to make me feel self-conscious about not reposting it, no.

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disturbman

disturbman

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The text is rather clear, it says "sticker". Nobody has managed to put LED behind destination stickers, and even less full LED screens capable to write N scale letters.

 

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Front type display, side type destination display (curtain / full color LED), priority seat, wheelchair / stroller mark attached sticker (new production).

 

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JR 500系

JR 500系

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1 hour ago, disturbman said:

The text is rather clear, it says "sticker". Nobody has managed to put LED behind destination stickers, and even less full LED screens capable to write N scale letters.

 

 

Yap indeed, i'll already be quite pleased if the side destination board comes pre-painted, like some models made by Kato ~  Those mini decals/ stickers aint exactly easy to cut and paste on accurately... 

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JR 500系

JR 500系

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Haha you guys know me so well!!!

 

Man never take wifi for granted... the move has resulted in several days of non-wifi... and data over surges... Finally back 'on track'.... 

 

These new releases are quite refreshing amidst the now very 'messy' house....

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Shinjinkun

Shinjinkun

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On 2/4/2023 at 4:00 PM, disturbman said:

Something for @JR 500系

 

 

I have seen a youtube video about the train, and this new release pique my curiosity. However, I don't own any Greenmax set. How are they compared to Kato or Tomix usual sets? Do you recon that this train is going to be release by the other manufacturers or is it going to be an exclusive one? Thanks 🙂

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JR 500系

JR 500系

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3 hours ago, Shinjinkun said:

I have seen a youtube video about the train, and this new release pique my curiosity. However, I don't own any Greenmax set. How are they compared to Kato or Tomix usual sets? Do you recon that this train is going to be release by the other manufacturers or is it going to be an exclusive one? Thanks 🙂

 

Hi there, GM trains are very much similar to the other makers, and their new power unit runs REALLY well. They also make VERY exclusive models such as this one so i bet the other makers probably wouldnt take this up, since GM already has the mounding for the 12200 core model that is used as a basis for the 19200. 

 

However, when the bigger makers step in, the GM models tend to lose out, like in the case of the Tobu 50000 series when Kato releases it. My only minus side for GM models is that i feel they are kinda light as compared to the other models, and their body shells feel very empty at times. Also, there is often close to zero interior detailing, and the light unit only appears on non-connecting cab cars. 

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disturbman

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I have had that conversation a lot over the years, on the comparative merits of the different Japanese manufacturers. All of them make great models that are a joy to run. I always encourage people to step outside of their Kato/Tomix comfort zone to try something different.

In my experience, GM has the best motor of all, though I haven't seen the new Kato slotless motor nor run a Popondetta model. The main difference, as Sammy noted, is that the models feel usually lighter and somewhat less detailed inside - if that is possible. The finish of GM shells is also matt, instead of satin or glossy-ish like the other manufacturers. But their liveries are usually spot on, and the special liveries are gorgeous. This train won't be different. I also think it might come with a special sleeve, their special editions often come with one.

If you want to see some good reviews of GM products, I recommend this blog: https://ameblo.jp/tkk8500-8637fsakuya/entry-12785098757.html They have done quite a few reviews of GM Tokyu products.

And, no, no other manufacturer (except perhaps Tomytec) will release this train.

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