KiHa 53

Model information page: KiHa 53 (キハ53)

• Convert from H0 gauge to H0j
  • Draw new bogie
  • 3D print or scratchbuild new bogies
  • Adjust wheelsets to H0j gauge
  • Paint new bogies
  • Assembly new bogies
• Add DCC decoder
• Add sounds
• Add interior lightning
• Make doors open and close
• Replace motor to smaller and fit under floor
• Replace interior
• Add automatic uncoupling
• Add automated staff

• Convert from H0 gauge to H0j
  • Disassembly bogie
• Ordered new wheelsets from AliExpress for experiments

• None

• KiHa 53 wheelsets have extensions of wheels, that makes it impossible to adjust wheel distance with the current bogies. New bogies have to be designed and made. Perhaps use the same bogie design for KiHa 23.