THE MODELS
This model is IHP's first injection molded plastic project which is being produced for us by a manufacturer in China. It has been designed by IHP's Mike Bartel, from his own CAD drawings and tooled to IHP specifications. It is an IHP proprietary project and is not a 'collaborative' or 'assisted' effort with another brand name; this is an original IHP-developed, contracted, funded and owned project. This model is only the second mass-produced, injected plastic USA-prototype light rail vehicle model to be produced since the AHM/Mehano Boeing LRV model from the mid-1970s.

The powered models feature injection-molded plastic bodies, roof details, dummy 4-spring pole, frame, truck, wheel and underbody details and clear tinted plastic window inserts and clear headlight lenses (some will be painted in the correct colours). Powered models are powered with Bowser traction drives in our own all-new Kawasaki LRV diecast metal frame for best weight and performance. Models are wired for straight 2-Rail DC track operation.

As delivered, the cars had two-piece, openable transom side windows. Beginning in the 2000s, these were gradually replaced with single-piece solid windows. We can offer any production runs with the frames printed on the windows or left off as appropriate to the paint scheme.

The underframe is designed to snap into the body; there are no screws in the construction/assembly of this model, making for easy disassembly for anyone wanting to service the model or add interior detail.

PAINT SCHEMES, CAR NUMBERS AND DESTINATION SIGNS
Models are available in all three SEPTA paint schemes from 1982 to the present day, with variations as necessary. Each car number is limited to 250 pieces. Each car number features a paint scheme, car number and destination sign combination that will not be repeated. The first models (Art.no 8701 and 8702) were commemorative models, recognizing 30 years of service of the Kawasaki LRV in Philadelphia.

All models packed in attractive LRV-graphic packaging (Click to see larger images)

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