Fleischmann 6260118 N 4-achsiger Umbauwagen 2. Kl. DB Ep.IV

Fleischmann 6260118 N 4-achsiger Umbauwagen 2. Kl. DB Ep.IV Product Details

Description

Fleischmann 6260118 N 4-Axle Converted Car, 2nd Class, DB Era IV

Are you looking for a classic passenger car for your N-gauge model railroad layout that authentically reflects the typical passenger train service of the Deutsche Bundesbahn in Era IV? The Fleischmann 6260118 four-axle 2nd-class converted car, type Byg, impresses with its distinctive design, gooseneck bogies, and a prototypical design for historic Bundesbahn passenger trains.

As an Era IV model, the car evokes a time when these well-known converted cars were still regularly used in passenger and commuter service. With its classic appearance, the Byg is ideal for assembling varied passenger trains and is an interesting addition for enthusiasts of historic DB passenger cars.

Fleischmann Byg – Classic Four-Axle Converted Car of the Deutsche Bundesbahn

The history of the converted cars began in the 1950s. After World War II, the Deutsche Bundesbahn had to modernize its passenger car fleet, which was in some cases outdated. To provide modern vehicles for passenger service as quickly as possible, numerous older passenger cars were extensively converted.

For the four-axle converted cars, existing undercarriages were reused and fitted with new car bodies. This resulted in modernized passenger cars that shaped the appearance of regional rail transport for many years.

The Byg class refers to a four-axle, converted second-class passenger car. These vehicles were widely used by the Deutsche Bundesbahn and were deployed in various passenger train sets.

Prototype-accurate design with gooseneck bogies

A distinctive feature of the Fleischmann 6260118 is its swan-neck bogies. This characteristic bogie design underscores the historical appearance of the four-axle passenger car and gives it the typical Deutsche Bundesbahn character.

The model represents a converted second-class car and fits perfectly into Era IV passenger trains. The interior furnishings complement the overall impression and ensure a realistic depiction of the passenger compartment, even when viewed through the car windows.

Another special feature is the different road number compared to the Fleischmann 6260117. This allows both cars to be used together in a train set without having to use the same car number twice.

Short-coupler kinematics and retrofittable interior lighting

The Fleischmann converted car features a NEM 355 coupling shaft with close-coupling kinematics. This allows the model to be integrated into compatible N-gauge passenger trains and combined with other historic passenger cars.

For an even more realistic look, the car can be equipped with interior lighting. The corresponding Fleischmann interior lighting set, item number 946901, is designed for this purpose.

With a length over buffers of 122 mm, the four-axle converted car is suitable for both compact model railroads and longer passenger train sets of the Deutsche Bundesbahn.

Ideal addition to historic passenger trains of Era IV

The Fleischmann 6260118 combines particularly well with other four-axle conversion cars. A suitable addition is the Fleischmann 6260116 1st/2nd-class conversion car, type AByg.

The Fleischmann 6260117 is also available as another 2nd-class Byg car with a different road number. This allows you to assemble varied passenger trains with multiple cars of the same type.

The Fleischmann 6260119 converted car with a baggage compartment, type BDyg, is also an excellent fit for this historic car set.

Suitable locomotive options include the Fleischmann BR 01 168-4 steam locomotive, available under item numbers 7160029 and 7170029. With this setup, you can recreate the classic passenger rail service of the Deutsche Bundesbahn during the final years of regular steam operation on your model railroad layout.

Whether on a main line, pulling into a historic station, or as part of a longer passenger train—the Fleischmann Byg converted car offers versatile options for prototypical model railroad operation.

Expand your classic Bundesbahn train set! Get the Fleischmann 6260118 four-axle Byg 2nd-class converted car and bring even more authentic Era IV atmosphere to your N-gauge model railroad layout.

Features:

• Gauge: N
• Era: IV
• Railroad Company: DB
• Car: Four-axle Byg conversion car
• Version with gooseneck bogies
• Changed road number compared to Item 6260117
• With interior fittings
• Power system: DC analog
• Interior lighting can be retrofitted, Item 946901
• NEM 355 coupler housing with close-coupling mechanism
• Length over buffers: 122 mm