Artitec 20.284.29 H0 Schwerlastwagen SSy55 399 4 064-2, grün, DB, Ep. IV-V

Artitec 20.284.29 H0 Heavy-Duty Freight Car SSy55 399 4 064-2, green, DB, Era IV–V – Military Technology Meets Everyday Rail Operations

The Artitec 20.284.29 H0 SSy55 399 4 064-2 Heavy-Duty Freight Car in classic green impressively demonstrates how former military vehicles were integrated into civilian service with the Deutsche Bundesbahn. This model combines historical technical significance with an authentic paint scheme and cross-era usability—ideal for model railroad layouts spanning from the late Era IV into Era V.

Military Origins – Civilian Use

The SSy55 was commissioned around 1955 by the U.S. Army Transportation Corps (USATC) to facilitate the transport of heavy military cargo within Germany. These robust cars were later transferred to the Deutsche Bundesbahn fleet, where they remained in service with new road numbers and paint schemes—such as the green livery shown here.

Green Livery for Civilian Rail Transport

The green paint scheme is characteristic of many DB freight cars in Era IV. It symbolizes the transition from military camouflage to civilian-oriented operating standards. The SSy55 399 4 064-2 model perfectly embodies this change and is ideal for realistic railroad scenes from the 1970s and 1980s.

Detailed model with historical flair

Artitec has once again taken the utmost care with this model: The fine surface textures, the true-to-scale design, and the precise printing featuring period-appropriate DB lettering make this car a real eye-catcher. The green color scheme further sets it apart from other models and underscores its special status within the fleet.

Flexible use across two eras

Thanks to its Era IV–V classification, the car can be used in both classic and modernized train formations. Whether as part of a military transport, in industrial traffic, or on a loading track—the SSy55 399 4 064-2 cuts a fine figure everywhere and blends harmoniously into various operational scenarios.

A Piece of Technological History for Your H0 Layout

This model impresses not only with its appearance but also with its historical significance. As a former military car that continued to be used in everyday civilian rail service, the Artitec SSy55 399 4 064-2 symbolizes the transformation of the railway infrastructure in the postwar era—a fascinating topic for model railroader with an appreciation for history.

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Color: green
• Era IV–V

Specs:

• Type: Heavy goods vehicle
• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: DB
• Rail Company: DB
• Era: IV
• Type: Heavy goods vehicle
• Era: IV
• Color: Green
• News: 2025

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CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing! Age recommendation from 14 years.