Brawa 58296 H0 Luggage Car Pw4ü-37/52, DB, Era III

Brawa 58296 H0 Luggage Car Pw4ü-37/52, DB, Era III Product Details

Description

Are you looking for a prototypical Era III baggage car for your DB layout?

The Brawa 58296 H0 Baggage Car Pw4ü-37/52 of the Deutsche Bundesbahn (DB) impresses with its realistic design, variant-specific detailing, and a true-to-prototype representation of the 1950s retrofit phase. With many separately applied parts, technical precision, and preparation for interior lighting, this car is ideal for authentic Era III train formations.

Model Information & Technical Data

The car is designed for H0 gauge at a scale of 1:87 and has a length over buffers of 249.70 mm. Designed for the 2-wire direct current (DC) system, the model is not digitally compatible but features pre-wired interior lighting. Thanks to the NEM coupling shaft with close-coupling kinematics, reliable integration into existing train formations is guaranteed.

Fine details – consistently rendered

With variant-specific side walls and a customized roof design, the Pw4ü-37/52 matches the typical appearance of postwar converted cars. Metal axle supports, prototype-accurate axle bearing caps, brake shoes at wheel level, multi-part brake system, and separately attached axle brake linkage underscore the attention to detail. The fully replicated car floor and the fine printing ensure a high-quality overall appearance.

Technically sophisticated—ready for your layout

The combination of robust running performance, exquisite appearance, and modern coupling technology makes this car a reliable companion on your Era III layout. The pre-wiring for interior lighting allows for easy retrofitting with LEDs—perfect for atmospheric nighttime runs or illuminated station scenes.

Historical Background: Baggage Cars Through the Ages

The baggage cars of the 1935 to 1937 models were originally developed for the Deutsche Reichsbahn. After World War II, the Deutsche Bundesbahn continued to use many of these cars and began modifying them in the 1950s. On the Pw4ü-37/52, for example, the distinctive roof canopy was removed, and an additional window was installed on the right side to allow the train conductor to continue seeing the train. The special dog compartments were also gradually removed, as dogs were permitted to travel in passenger compartments starting in the 1950s. These modifications mark the transition period between pre-war designs and more modern car series such as the m-cars.

A classic for Era III fans

Ideal for classic D-trains of the 1950s and 1960s on DB layouts. This car combines historical authenticity with modern adaptations and is a must-have for any Era III layout. A highlight for collectors and model railroaders alike.

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Length over buffers: 249.70 mm
• Power system: 2L direct current (DC)
• Interior lighting: pre-wired
• Road number: 105 735 Esn
• Metal axle supports
• Prototype-accurate axle bearing caps
• Brake shoes at wheel level
• Separately attached axle brake linkage
• Multi-part brake system
• Side walls and roof design true to the variant
• Complete reproduction of the vehicle floor
• Fine printing and paint finish
• Close-coupling mechanism