Artitec 20.159.04 H0 Passenger Car, Plan W, W2 501-7, Blue Advertising Banners, NS, Era IV

Artitec 20.159.04 H0 Passenger Car, Plan W, W2 501-7, Blue Advertising Banners, NS, Era IV Product Details

Description

Artitec 20.159.04 H0 Passenger Car Plan W, W2 501-7, Blue Advertising Banners, NS, Ep. IV – An Eye-Catcher with Historic Flair

Are you looking for a special highlight for your H0 layout—something that not only looks authentic but also stands out visually? The Artitec 20.159.04 Passenger Car Plan W, W2 501-7 with blue advertising banners is more than just a classic Era IV car—it’s a true collector’s item with high recognition value. Featuring the characteristic advertising banners, this model brings a piece of railroad history to your tracks in a unique design.

Historically accurate and eye-catching at the same time

The car bears the road number W2 501-7 and belongs to the famous NS Plan W series. What makes it special: the blue advertising banners on the sides of the car—a typical stylistic feature of the 1970s and 1980s, which the Dutch State Railways used to make its Intercity trains stand out. This colorful contrast makes it the perfect accent in any train set.

Ideal addition to realistic train sets

The car can be easily combined with other Plan W models and is ideal for depicting Intercity traffic from Era IV. With its unique paint scheme, it’s the perfect complement to standard cars, adding variety and historical accuracy to your layout.

Technically well-designed – suitable for model railroad operation

As is customary with Artitec, this passenger car has also been faithfully reproduced in H0 scale. The model is designed for the 2-wire direct current (DC) system and features an NEM-compliant coupler housing with close-coupling kinematics—for smooth operation and easy integration into existing train sets. No digital functions, but with the highest level of model accuracy for analog model railroading enthusiasts.

Ready for installation and immediate operation

The Plan W W2 501-7 is delivered ready for assembly and can be put into service immediately. The combination of distinctive design and reliable technology makes it a worthwhile purchase—whether as an eye-catcher on the layout or a highlight in your collection.

A must-have for collectors and NS enthusiasts

Anyone passionate about NS railcars or the Intercity culture of Era IV will find this model hard to resist. The blue advertising banners make it a rare piece of model railroading history with high recognition value—perfect for anyone who wants more than just standard models.

Now available in the model railroad shop—get this special Plan W car with advertising banner design for your collection or active operation!

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Era: IV
• Railroad Company: NS
• Type: Passenger Car
• Power System: 2L Direct Current (DC)
• Coupling system: NEM-compliant coupling box with KK kinematics
• Digital: no
• Sound: no