~2023 Bus Collection will celebrate its 20th anniversary ~The Bus Collection 30th edition
Lineup of night express bus "MS729" commonly known as Panda Aero!! 12 types in total + 1 secret type in total 13 types
Konan Bus Co., Ltd., JR Bus Kanto Co., Ltd., Keio Electric Railway Bus Co., Ltd., Odakyu Bus Co., Ltd., Tokyu Bus Co., Ltd., Keikyu Bus Co., Ltd., Alpico Kotsu Co., Ltd., Nishi-Nippon JR Bus Co., Ltd., Hankyu Bus Co., Ltd., Hiroshima Electric Railway Co., Ltd., Nihon Kotsu Co., Ltd., JR Kyushu Bus Co., Ltd. Application for commercialization permission (in order of lineup)
Material: Plastic
[📌 Product Highlights & Recommended Points]
●A collection of realistically modeled buses from all over Japan
Bus Collection (Bus Cole) is a popular model series that precisely reproduces real Japanese buses at a 1/150 scale. The 30th edition features a diverse lineup, including sightseeing buses and highway buses. Collectors can enjoy buses with regional characteristics from Tohoku to Kyushu.
●Includes the Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Queen MS729 (Panda Aero)
A highlight of this edition is the MS729, also known as the Panda Aero, a pioneer of overnight highway buses. Its distinctive coloring and shape are faithfully reproduced, making it a standout piece in the collection.
●Pre-painted completed models for hassle-free collecting
All vehicles come fully painted and assembled, ready for display. Even beginners can easily enjoy the world of buses. Detailed painting and printing enhance the model’s realism and quality.
●Exciting blind package format
Each bus comes in a blind package, so the contents are a surprise. The thrill of not knowing what you’ll get is a key part of the collecting experience. With 12 regular types plus 1 secret type (13 in total), collectors can aim to complete the full set.
●Perfect size for N-gauge model train layouts
Bus Collection models are 1/150 scale, compatible with N-gauge train models. They add important accents to dioramas, enhancing the realism of townscapes and station scenes.
●Features buses from a wide range of regions
Includes representative buses from Konan Bus (Aomori), Kawanakajima Bus (Nagano), JR Bus Kanto, Keio Teito Bus, Hankyu Bus, Odakyu Bus, Hiroshima Electric Railway, Nihon Kotsu, JR Kyushu Bus, and others (including the secret bus).
●Commemorative release for the 20th anniversary of the series
The 30th edition is released to mark the 20th anniversary of the series. It offers a lineup that long-time fans will appreciate, making it a valuable culmination of the series.
[📝 Summary]
Tomytec’s “The Bus Collection 30th Edition” is a collection box of fully painted models faithfully reproducing buses from across Japan. The blind package format adds the excitement of surprise, with a diverse lineup of 12 types plus 1 secret type. The 1/150 scale makes it perfect for creating dioramas alongside N-gauge train models. Highlights include popular real-life buses such as the Panda Aero (MS729), a pioneer of overnight highway buses. This edition, commemorating the 20th anniversary of the series, is highly recommended for model enthusiasts, train and bus lovers, and collectors. It’s a fun and rewarding collection to display and enjoy.
