Brawa 46211 H0 passenger car C4ywe "Touropa", DB, Ep. III, AC-Innenbeleuchtung
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Brawa 46211 H0 passenger car C4ywe "Touropa", DB, Ep. III, AC-Innenbeleuchtung Product Details
Brawa 46211 H0 Passenger Car C4ywe "Touropa", DB, Ep. III - AC interior lighting for an authentic model railroad experience
The Brawa 46211 H0 C4ywe "Touropa" passenger car is a masterfully reproduced German Federal Railroad (DB) car from Era III that represents the Touropa train of the 1950s and 1960s. This car impresses with its detailed realization and the AC interior lighting, which brings the model to life every time it is used in your model railroad. Ideal for all model railroaders who want to authentically recreate the tourist traffic of the post-war period.
The prototype: Traveling with the Touropa train
The Touropa train was developed by the Deutsche Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft (DRG ) at the end of the 1920s to promote vacation tourism in Germany and Europe. From 1930, C4ywe carriages were used in these trains, which were characterized by large windows and open gangways. These carriages enabled passengers to enjoy a comfortable and pleasant journey to the most beautiful destinations in Europe. The Touropa train remained an indispensable part of long-distance travel in Germany until the 1970s.
Model realization and detailing
The Brawa 46211 impresses with its high level of detail. The car is equipped with Görlitz III lightweight bogies with quadruple suspension, which ensure realistic driving behavior. The multi-colored interior with individual seats, the exact reproduction of the frame with many attached individual parts and the precisely fitted windows contribute to the authenticity of the model. The reproduction of the roof rivets and the large windows as well as the rubber bead transitions are also prototypically implemented to emphasize the historical appearance. The model is also prepared for interior lighting, which realistically accentuates the interior.
Technical equipment and lighting
The AC interior lighting of the Brawa 46211 ensures uniform and realistic illumination of the interior and makes the furnishings look lively. The lighting is an important detail that contributes to the authenticity of the model and creates an atmospheric ambience. The car has close coupling kinematics in accordance with NEM, which enables easy handling when coupling. The solderable interface allows easy integration into digital control systems so that the model can also be used on modern layouts.
Flexibility and customization options
Although the Brawa 46211 has been specially optimized for operation on alternating current (AC) systems, AC wheelset replacement is not recommended. The model is specially designed for DC operation. If you want to operate the car on an alternating current (AC) system, you can retrofit the AC pickup shoe (BRAWA order number 2222). The AC wheel set (BRAWA order number 2188) is also available, but is not absolutely necessary.
Running characteristics and minimum radius
With a length over buffers of 239.8 mm and a minimum radius of 360 mm, the Brawa 46211 passenger coach offers excellent running characteristics on most H0 layouts. The three-point bearings and metal axle bearings ensure a stable ride, while the metal wheels provide excellent grip on the rails and smooth running. This makes the model the highlight of any model railroad layout.
Conclusion: A must for Era III collectors and model railroaders
The Brawa 46211 H0 C4ywe "Touropa" passenger coach is the perfect choice for all model railroaders who want to recreate the historic long-distance travel of Era III. With the AC interior lighting, the detailed reproduction of the interior and the precise implementation of numerous authentic details, this car is a valuable addition to any collection and an ideal choice for model railroad layouts in the style 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.
