--- product_id: 680849921 title: "N Gauge D51 Hokkaido Type 2016-B Railway Model Steam Locomotive" brand: "kato" price: "VT50513" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Kato" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/680849921-n-gauge-d51-hokkaido-type-2016-b-railway-model-steam store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Matte black heavy detail finish Flywheel-powered stable ride Built for extreme cold regions N Gauge D51 Hokkaido Type 2016-B Railway Model Steam Locomotive **Brand:** kato **Price:** VT50513 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚂 Own a piece of steam legend — where cold meets classic power! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** N Gauge D51 Hokkaido Type 2016-B Railway Model Steam Locomotive by kato - **How much does it cost?** VT50513 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/680849921-n-gauge-d51-hokkaido-type-2016-b-railway-model-steam) ## Best For - kato enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kato brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Flywheel Power Unit:** Enjoy smooth, stable rides with a high-performance flywheel motor engineered for consistent pulling power. - • **Intricate Matte Black Detailing:** Stand out with a heavy matte black finish and finely crafted handrails that capture vintage steam locomotive aesthetics. - • **Removable Snow Plow & Dual Couplers:** Customize your setup with a detachable snow plow and versatile couplers for heavy-duty model railroading. - • **Authentic Hokkaido Cold-Weather Design:** Experience the rugged charm of Japan’s northern steam era with precise cold-region adaptations. - • **Selectable License Plates & Realistic Features:** Personalize your model with four authentic Hokkaido license plate options and detailed chimney, cab, and deflector reproductions. ## Overview The KATO N Gauge D51 Hokkaido Type 2016-B is a meticulously detailed scale model of the iconic 1975 Hokkaido steam locomotive, designed for extreme cold weather operation. Featuring a flywheel-powered motor for smooth performance, authentic matte black finish, removable snow plow, and selectable license plates, this model captures the rugged spirit and engineering precision of Japan’s final steam era. Perfect for collectors and model railroaders seeking historical accuracy and robust functionality. ## Description D51 for extreme cold regions called Hokkaido form. This product has been produced as a product of an active machine around 1975 (1975) just before the steam locomotive is discontinued. Equipped with a gear thru ejector (induction ventilator) and accurately reproduces the flat chimney of the reverse trapezoid shape. Recreates the enclosed cab and corresponding tender front wife shapes, and the driver swiveling window and H rubber support window on the passenger side. Reproduces the cut-out deflector, front deck hand pickpocketing, and boiler upper hand pickpocketing unique to the steam locomotive used in Hokkaido. Reproduces a different front sign/tender light position from the standard shape. The color of the car body adopts a heavy matte black. Enjoy the atmosphere of the active age. Hand rails are reproduced in black. The front wheel and main wheel have been reproduced with a detailed and realistic appearance that has been removed from the spokes. Power unit with flywheel for stable ride. Snow Plow Standard Equipment (Removable) Dual coupler with snow plow for heavy driving and a double knuckle coupler. Arnold Coupler Standard Equipment with Replacement Knuckle Coupler Headlight Illumination *Secondary lights, tender lights, and tail lights will not light up. Selectable License Plate: Hokkaido Shape: 320, 397, 467, and 710. Minimum passing curve radius: R249 The railroad model is a system that provides power from the rails. Does not use batteries when driving, luminous, or even lights up. This product does not include batteries. This product does not use fuel. Fuel is not included with this product. This product does not include paint. Review: KATO quality - Great locomotive…..impressive detail….easy to change couplers….has good power for pulling my rolling stock….extremely well packaged….arrived on time….only drawback was the instructions were in Japanese but very well illustrated to figure out Review: Great engine - Strong, works great! Amazing detail. Excellent for the price. ## Features - This is a complete KATO N gauge vehicle D51 Hokkaido - This lineup can be enjoyed with heavy details in the harshest weather - D51 for extreme cold regions called Hokkaido form. This product has been produced as a product of an active machine around 1975 (1975) just before the steam locomotive is discontinued ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Brand | Kato | | Color | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 66 Reviews | | Material | Plastic | | Product Dimensions | 5.51"D x 1.18"W x 0.79"H | | Style | Classic | | Theme | Transportation | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Kato - **Color:** Multicolor - **Material:** Plastic - **Style:** Classic - **Theme:** Transportation ## Images ![N Gauge D51 Hokkaido Type 2016-B Railway Model Steam Locomotive - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71uRu+RpB0L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ KATO quality *by C***E on December 19, 2025* Great locomotive…..impressive detail….easy to change couplers….has good power for pulling my rolling stock….extremely well packaged….arrived on time….only drawback was the instructions were in Japanese but very well illustrated to figure out ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great engine *by R***K on October 24, 2025* Strong, works great! Amazing detail. Excellent for the price. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Running Engine......buy me *by T***M on May 5, 2025* This is the second engine that I bought. I have to say.....this one is GREAT! At first I had some problems to run. Then I checked the track, and it needed to be fixed. After doing so, She ran like it was suppose to. If you want a good engine, this is worth the money. It also came a head of schedulle as for delevery. I am pleased with it. Thank you Tom W. Morgan Researcher of Epileptic Triggers ## Frequently Bought Together - KATO N Gauge D51 Hokkaido Type 2016-B Railway Model Steam Locomotive - Kato USA, Inc. 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