Brawa 51259 H0 Bierwagen "Paderborner Bier", DR, Brit-US-Zone, Ep. III

Brawa 51259 H0 Bierwagen "Paderborner Bier", DR, Brit-US-Zone, Ep. III Product Details

Description

Brawa 51259 H0 "Paderborner Bier" Beer Car, DR, British-US Zone, Ep. III - Authentic Brewery History on Your Layout

The "Paderborner Bier" beer wagon from Era III is a unique model that impressively recreates the historic freight transport of the German State Railroad (DR) in the British-US zone. With its characteristic design and true-to-original lettering, this wagon brings the flair of the post-war period to any H0 model railway layout.

Historical prototype - beer transportation as a pioneer of freight traffic

Beer was one of the first goods to be transported by rail. Many breweries had special wagons with insulation built in order to deliver their sensitive product safely and in the best possible quality to remote destinations. These wagons were based on the design of normal freight wagons, but offered optimum conditions for the transportation of beer thanks to their individual adaptation.

The prototype of the Brawa model is equipped with vertically mounted wooden paneling that covers the box frame and gives the car body a greater width. Between 1910 and 1970, these wagons were used in different variants for numerous German breweries and played a decisive role in shaping rail freight transportation.

Detailed realization in the model

The model of the "Paderborn Beer" wagon impresses with its precise reproduction of the vertical board cladding and the careful printing. The openwork car body supports, fine engravings and the faithful reproduction of the frame structure make the car a highlight on any model railroad track. The specially attached signal brackets and axle bearing covers ensure an authentic appearance.

A must-have for collectors and model railroaders

The "Paderborner Bier" beer wagon combines nostalgic charm with technical precision, making it an indispensable collector's item. It is perfect for depicting historic freight trains and brings the eventful history of German brewing to life on your layout.

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Era III
• Railroad company: DR (British-US zone)
• Road number: Essen 502 732 [P]
• Length over buffers: 110.3 mm
• Close coupler kinematics according to NEM
• Reproduction of the vertical board joints
• Optimum three-point bearing for realistic driving characteristics
• Multi-part Kkg brake system
• Prototypical frame structure
• Extra signal brackets
• Brake shoes at wheel level
• Openwork car body supports
• Precise printing and paintwork
• Extra attached axle bearing covers
• Manufacturer: Brawa