Brawa 46196 H0 passenger car C4üpwe, "DER Ferienexpress", DB, Ep. III

Brawa 46196 H0 passenger car C4üpwe, "DER Ferienexpress", DB, Ep. III Product Details

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Brawa 46196 H0 Passenger Car C4üpwe "DER Ferienexpress", DB, Era III - Historic express train car with the highest level of detail

The Brawa 46196 H0 C4üpwe "DER Ferienexpress" passenger car is an excellent reproduction of a classic express train car of the German Federal Railroad (DB) in Era III. With fine engravings, authentic design differences and high-quality workmanship, this model brings the travel culture of the 1950s and 1960s to your model railroad layout. Thanks to the prototypically large windows, the finely detailed bogies and the option of interior lighting, this car is a perfect addition to historical train compositions.

The prototype: Four-axle through coaches for express trains

In the 1920s, the Deutsche Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft (DRG) began to significantly increase the comfort of its express and passenger trains by using four-axle compartment coaches. From 1928, several through coaches with open gangways were tested before more than 1,000 coaches of riveted construction were procured from 1930. These carriages offered improved running smoothness, larger windows and an optimized interior design. After the Second World War, many of these carriages continued to be used by the German Federal Railways and remained in service until the 1970s.

The vacation express - traveling in comfort

In the 1950s and 1960s, these carriages were used in particular on special vacation trains. The "Ferienexpress" was a popular express train that took families and travelers to popular vacation regions. The large windows provided a wonderful view of the countryside and the spacious seating arrangement ensured a comfortable journey. Thanks to their sturdy construction, these carriages were perfect for long-distance travel.

Detailed reproduction based on historical models

The Brawa 46196 was manufactured with the highest precision in order to reproduce the historical details of the original in the best possible way. Special highlights are the exactly reproduced Görlitz III lightweight bogies with quadruple suspension, the complete reproduction of the brake system and the detailed roof construction with riveted structures. The multi-colored, multi-part interior with realistic individual seats makes the model particularly prototypical.

Technical equipment and lighting options

The model has a factory-fitted interior and is prepared for retrofittable interior lighting(BRAWA order number 2212). The large windows provide an excellent view of the interior, which is shown to even better advantage with lighting. The close-coupling kinematics according to NEM enable realistic train formation.

Flexibility thanks to AC wheelset option

The model can be used on AC systems without any problems. An AC wheel set (BRAWA order number 2188) and an AC slider (BRAWA order number 2222) are available for this purpose, so that optimum adaptation to various model railroad systems is possible.

Driving behavior and minimum radius

Thanks to the three-point bearing and the metal axle bearings, the model offers particularly smooth running characteristics. With a length over buffers of 239.8 mm and a minimum radius of 360 mm, this wagon is perfect for H0 layouts with historical operation.

Conclusion: The perfect choice for Era III enthusiasts

The Brawa 46196 H0 C4üpwe "DER Ferienexpress" passenger coach offers the highest level of detail and a prototypical realization of a classic DB express train coach. With its fine engravings, high-quality paintwork and the option of interior lighting, this car is an excellent addition to any historic model railroad layout.

Features:

• Size: H0
• Type: Passenger car
• Railroad company: DB (German Federal Railroad)
• Era: III
• Power system: 2L direct current (DC)
• Digital: No
• Sound: No
• Clearance (length over buffers): 239.8 mm
• Minimum radius: 360 mm
• Coupler system: Coupler pocket according to NEM with close coupler kinematics
• Interior lighting: Prepared for BRAWA order number 2212
• Interior: Multi-colored and multi-part
• Individual seats for realistic representation
• Period-appropriate design differences
• Precisely reproduced Görlitz III lightweight bogies with quadruple suspension
• Precisely reproduced frame with numerous attached individual parts
• Complete reproduction of the brake system
• Three-point bearings for optimum running characteristics
• Metal axle bearings for high stability
• Metal wheels for a prototypical appearance
• Precisely fitted windows
• Prototypically large windows with lowered lower edges
• Prototypical rubber bead transitions
• Reproduction of the riveted roof structure
• AC wheelset replacement possible (order number 2188)
• AC sander can be retrofitted (order number 2222)