The Glacier Express is an international sightseeing train that represents Switzerland and is famous in Japan.
Combined with other Rhaetian Railway series, you can recreate various Swiss driving scenes.
The Ge4/4-III motor included in the basic/starter set will be changed to a slotless motor. Accordingly, the product number, JAN code, and price will change. Product specifications remain unchanged.
No assembly required
[Attractive Features & Recommended Points]
●Faithful Reproduction of the World-Famous Glacier Express
This model faithfully recreates the Glacier Express, the famous train that runs through the Swiss and European Alps, in 1/150 scale N gauge. You can enjoy the elegance of this international tourist train running between Zermatt and St. Moritz right in the palm of your hand.
●Compatible with Small-Radius Layouts
Designed to run on Unitrack Compact R150 curves, it can operate smoothly even on tighter layouts. You can recreate the Alpine travel experience on a tabletop or in a pocket-line style layout.
●Smooth & Quiet Operation with Slotless Motor
The Ge4/4-III locomotive is equipped with a slotless motor, achieving high performance while remaining quiet and stable. It offers a realistic, precise driving experience unique to model trains.
●Attention to Detail in Real Train Reproduction
Fully reproduces the “Premium Car” style introduced in 2006. The passenger cars feature large windows, and placing miniature figures (sold separately) inside allows you to convey the spacious interior and tourist train atmosphere effectively.
●Excellent Basic Set Configuration
The 3-car basic set includes three straight Unitrack sections (S124 × 3) and a rerailer. With this set alone, you can easily assemble a layout and start running the train immediately.
●Stable Coupling Performance
All cars come with standard Arnold couplers, reducing derailments and play between cars during operation, ensuring stable coupling. Suitable for both beginners and collectors.
●Collection & Expandability
This basic set can be combined with separately sold add-on sets (e.g., 4-car expansion sets) to create longer train formations, allowing for flexible future expansion.
[Summary]
The KATO “Alps Glacier Express Basic Set 3-Car (Item No. 10-1816)” is a highly detailed N-gauge model that captures the charm of the world-famous Glacier Express. It faithfully reproduces the narrow-gauge Swiss railway while allowing operation on small layouts, offers smooth and quiet performance, and features passenger car designs with meticulous attention to detail. It is highly appealing to both model train enthusiasts and fans of tourist trains. Additionally, its expandability with add-on sets allows for longer formations, making it enjoyable for a variety of scenes and purposes. It is recommended both as a centerpiece for a collection and as an entry point into model train operation.
