Busch 31332 TT Ore Car Fal-zz, DR, Era IV, with signs of wear

Busch 31332 TT Ore Car Fal-zz, DR, Era IV – Heavy-duty transport with realistic operational characteristics

Are you looking for an authentic model of the Deutsche Reichsbahn’s bulk freight transport from Era IV? The Busch 31332 TT Ore Car Fal-zz, featuring realistically designed signs of wear, is the perfect addition to heavy-haul trains in 1:120 scale. This model brings the rugged world of ore and raw material transport to your layout in a realistic way—ideal for operational scenarios involving steel mills, ore mines, or loading stations.

Fal-zz – The Bulk Car for Heavy-Duty Tasks

The Fal-zz-type cars were specifically designed for transporting ore and other heavy bulk materials. With high load-carrying capacity, a robust structure, and automatic unloading capabilities, they were central elements in block trains or mixed heavy-haul operations. The model is based on a vehicle with Niesky bogies—typical of the DR fleet in the 1970s and 1980s.

True-to-detail with an aged look

The TT version bears the road number 37 50 655 5190 - 1 and has been given subtle, gradual signs of wear that lend the car a particularly realistic appearance. The elaborately executed printing, finely engraved unloading chutes, and the imposing silhouette make it an authentic heavy-duty model for your Era IV layouts.

With an overall length of 111 mm and a minimum curve radius of 310 mm, the car is suitable for both large layouts and more compact switching yards. Thanks to its standard coupler housing with a modern TT coupler, it is fully operational and compatible with other car models.

Ideal for block trains or mixed industrial traffic

The Fal-zz is ideal for ore and coal trains, especially when combined with matching DR locomotives such as the BR 120, BR 132, or double-head locomotives. It also looks particularly authentic as a single car on transfer routes, in mining operations, or in plant traffic.

A must-have for realistic GDR freight trains

With the Busch 31332 TT Fal-zz Ore Car, you get a model with a strong presence, authentic appearance, and high level of detail. For anyone who wants to realistically depict heavy-haul operations on their layout, this car is an indispensable element.

Features:

• Gauge: TT
• Era IV
• DR Fal-zz ore car
• Length over buffers: 111 mm
• Minimum negotiable radius: 310 mm
• Road number: 37 50 655 5190 - 1
• Equipped with Niesky bogies
• Fine engravings and brilliant printing
• With realistically depicted signs of wear
• Standard coupler housing with current TT coupler
• For adult model railroading enthusiasts and collectors

Specs:

• Type: Open goods wagon
• Gauge: TT
• Rail Company: DR
• Rail Company: DR
• Era: IV
• Type: Open goods 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.