Brawa 46209 H0 passenger car C4ywe "Touropa", DB, Ep. III, AC-Innenbeleuchtung
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Brawa 46209 H0 passenger car C4ywe "Touropa", DB, Ep. III, AC-Innenbeleuchtung Product Details
Brawa 46209 H0 Passenger Coach C4ywe "Touropa", DB, Ep. III - AC interior lighting for historic trains
The Brawa 46209 H0 C4ywe "Touropa" passenger coach is a precise reproduction of a historic passenger coach of the German Federal Railroad (DB) from Era III. The coach was part of the famous Touropa train, which took vacationers comfortably to their vacation destinations in Germany and Europe. With AC interior lighting, a detailed reproduction of the interior and many other fine details, this model is a valuable addition to any collection and a perfect addition to your model railroad.
The prototype: Traveling on the Touropa train
From the 1920s, the Deutsche Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft (DRG ) increasingly focused on improving travel comfort on long-distance routes. The Touropa train was designed for organized tourism and took passengers to the most popular vacation destinations in Germany and Europe. From 1930, the C4ywe carriages, with their open gangways and large windows, were also used. These coaches were a trademark of long-distance travel and shaped the image of tourist transport in Germany until the 1970s.
Detailed model realization
The Brawa 46209 impresses with numerous high-quality details. The outstanding features include the precisely reproduced Görlitz III lightweight bogies with quadruple suspension, the detailed frame with many attached individual parts and the multi-colored interior with individual seats. The accurately fitted windows, the reproduction of the roof rivets and the large windows ensure an authentic representation. The model is also prepared for interior lighting, which further emphasizes the attention to detail of the interior.
Technical equipment and lighting
This model comes with AC interior lighting, which illuminates the interior evenly and ensures a realistic representation. The lighting enhances the historic flair and emphasizes the details of the car. The close coupling kinematics in accordance with NEM ensure realistic behavior when coupling the cars and allow easy handling. The solderable interface allows integration into digital control systems if the car is to be operated digitally at a later date.
Flexibility and customization options
Although the Brawa 46209 is optimized for operation on alternating current (AC) systems, AC wheelset replacement is not recommended as the model was specifically designed for DC operation. However, it is recommended to retrofit the AC slider (BRAWA order number 2222) if the car is to be operated on an AC system. The AC wheel set (BRAWA order number 2188) is suitable for AC operation, but it is not necessary to replace the wheel set.
Running characteristics and minimum radius
With a length over buffers of 239.8 mm and a minimum radius of 360 mm, the car is suitable for all standard H0 layouts. The three-point bearings and the metal axle bearings ensure smooth running characteristics, while the metal wheels provide a stable ride. The car runs smoothly and evenly, making it a great choice for model railroad layouts.
Conclusion: A must for Era III collectors and model railroad enthusiasts
The Brawa 46209 H0 passenger coach C4ywe "Touropa" is an excellent model for anyone who wants to recreate the historical long-distance travel of Era III. With the AC interior lighting, the precise reproduction of the car interior and the numerous authentic details, this car is a valuable addition to any collection and a highlight for model railroaders interested in the Touropa train and tourist traffic of the 1950s and 1960s.
Features:
- Size: H0
- Type: Passenger car
- Railroad company: DB (German Federal Railroad)
- Era: III
- Power system: 3L alternating current (AC)
- Digital: No
- Sound: No
- Clearance (length over buffers): 239.8 mm
- Minimum radius: 360 mm
- Coupling system: Coupling shaft according to NEM with close coupling kinematics
- Interior lighting: Built-in, 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: Not recommended
- AC sander can be retrofitted (order number 2222)
Specs:
- Gauge: H0
- Rail Company: DB
- Era: III
- Type: Passenger wagon
- Color: Blue
- News: 2025
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CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing! Age recommendation from 14 years.
Achtung! Maßstabs- und originalgetreue Kleinmodelle sowie Elektrozubehör für erwachsene Sammler. Nicht geeignet für Kinder unter 14 Jahren
Zum Betrieb des vorliegenden Produkts darf als Spannungsquelle nur ein nach VDE 0570-2-7/DIN EN 61558-2-7 gefertigter Spielzeug-Transformator verwendet werden.
