Busch 31183 TT Flat Car, Set 4818, DR, Era IV, with a load of crates

Busch 31183 TT Flat Car, Set 4818, DR, Era IV – Versatile transport car with an overseas crate load

Are you looking for a detailed freight car that’s not only practical but also visually appealing for your TT freight train set? The Busch 31183 TT Flat Car Set 4818 from the Deutsche Reichsbahn, featuring a realistically reproduced cargo of crates (ocean-going crates), is a prime example of modern model design on a 1:120 scale. Robust, feature-rich, and full of fine details—ideal for realistic loading scenarios and operational use in Era IV.

Samm 4818 – A Versatile Heavy-Duty Flatcar

As a heavy-duty flat car, the Samm 4818 was a versatile workhorse on the DR’s tracks. Thanks to its sturdy construction and generous loading area, it was used to transport a wide variety of cargo: machinery, vehicles, components, or—as shown here—large shipping crates. This type of car played a central role, particularly in plant-to-plant transport and for exports. With its authentic overseas crate load, this model will be an eye-catcher on your layout.

Technically sophisticated and visually true to the prototype

The model bears the road number 31 50 4818 425 - 5 and is equipped with a real wood car floor—textured to the touch and finished with a natural look. Folded-down side walls allow for an authentic depiction of bulky cargo, while the removable end walls and the removable platform railing enable customized scenarios. Finely detailed handrails and cleanly printed side panels round out the high-quality craftsmanship.

With an overall length of 132 mm and a minimum running radius of 310 mm, the car is optimally sized for standard TT layouts. The loaded shipping crate is a typical motif for export shipments or factory shipments.

Versatile for use in DR freight transport

Combine the Samm 4818 with boxcar cargo with other cars of this type, stake cars, or covered freight cars to create a realistic freight train. Locomotives such as the DR Class 110, 118, or 132 also fit perfectly into this train scene. Ideal for industrial railways, port scenes, or large rail depots as well.

A highlight for discerning model railroaders

The Busch 31183 TT Samm 4818 with boxcar load combines the highest model-building quality with realistic functionality. For scenes featuring industry, rail logistics, and export traffic, this model is a true must-have—rich in detail, versatile, and absolutely convincing.

Features:

• Gauge: TT
• Era IV
• Fold-down side walls
• Removable platform railing
• Length over buffers: 132 mm
• Removable end side walls
• Finely detailed handrails
• Minimum operating radius: 310 mm
• Operating number: 31 50 4818 425 - 5
• Real wood car floor with tactile texture
• DR Flat Car Set 4818 with an overseas crate load
• Standard coupler housing with current TT coupler
• For adult model railroading enthusiasts and collectors

Specs:

• Type: Flat wagon
• Gauge: TT
• Rail Company: DR
• Rail Company: DR
• Era: IV
• Type: Flat wagon
• Era: IV
• Color: Brown
• News: 2026

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CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing! Age recommendation from 14 years.