Brawa 51350 H0 Gedeckter Güterwagen Glmhs50 „Erdal“, DB, Ep. III

Brawa 51350 H0 Covered Freight Car Glmhs50 “Erdal,” DB, Era III

Are you looking for a covered freight car that not only fits into the freight traffic on your H0 layout but is also associated with a well-known brand? The Brawa 51350 H0 Covered Freight Car Glmhs50 “Erdal,” DB, Era III harmoniously combines these two aspects. This model represents a Deutsche Bundesbahn freight car from Era III, and its distinctive Erdal design adds an extra element of recognition to any train formation. It is precisely these types of cars that bring variety to the layout and make freight traffic even more visually dynamic.

An advertising car with strong brand presence

What makes this model special is its connection to the time-honored Erdal brand. For many years, Erdal has stood for reliable shoe care and high quality. The brand’s products are known for cleaning and protecting shoes while preserving their shine. This makes Erdal far more than just a name on a freight car, as behind the lettering lies a long and memorable brand history that lends the model additional character.

Inseparably linked to Erdal is the famous “Erdal Frog.” This symbol has accompanied the brand for over 100 years and remains of great significance to the Mainz-based family-owned company Werner & Mertz to this day. The evolution of its design is particularly interesting: initially, the frog was green, before it was given its regal purple color in 1919. Since 1917, the amphibian has been perched atop the Frog Tower on the factory grounds and is considered one of the oldest monumental neon signs in Europe. It is precisely this strong brand identity that makes the car an eye-catching and, at the same time, historically fascinating model.

Suitable for Era III

The covered freight car is built in H0 scale and is classified for Era III. This makes the model particularly well-suited for German Federal Railroad (DB) train formations from this period. The DB railway company and the road number 201 528 give the car a clearly defined design. With a length over buffers of 143.7 mm, the model also has a scale that is well-suited for use in freight trains, where individual cars with striking designs serve to add visual interest.

The model car is particularly impressive due to its clean and finely detailed appearance. The precise printing and paintwork effectively highlight the design and ensure that the car leaves a convincing impression even upon closer inspection. This is complemented by the fine reproduction of the board joints, which lends the body additional texture. The scale-accurate narrow frame reinforces the prototypical overall impression and gives the model a delicate and harmonious appearance.

Detailed Design for Model Railroad Operation

In addition to its striking appearance, the Brawa 51350 also features numerous finely crafted details in the undercarriage and braking system. Brake shoes at wheel level, a separately mounted axle brake linkage, and a separately mounted braking system ensure that the car remains interesting when viewed from different angles. Added to this are metal axle holders and wheel sets with internal detailing, which round out the high-quality appearance.

Thanks to its close-coupling mechanism, the car integrates seamlessly into a cohesive train formation. This model is therefore ideal for anyone looking to add a covered freight car with exceptional promotional appeal to their layout. The Brawa 51350 H0 Glmhs50 “Erdal” Covered Freight Car, DB, Era III, is thus an attractive choice for collectors and model railroaders who value distinctive lettering, a classic Era III atmosphere, and a finely crafted model. Add this special car to your freight train and bring a piece of well-known brand history to the tracks.

Features:

• Scale: H0
• Era III
• Railroad Company: DB
• Operating No.: 201 528
• Short-coupler mechanism
• Length over buffers: 143.7 mm
• Fine reproduction of the plank joints
• Separately attached axle brake linkage
• Wheel sets profiled on the inside as well
• Precise printing and paint finish
• Separately attached brake system
• Scale-accurate narrow frame
• Brake shoes flush with the wheel
• Metal axle holders

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: DB
• Era: III
• Type: Covered goods wagon
• Color: Brown
• News: 2026

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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.