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Kres 51040020 N Railcar VT 45 "Stettin" DB, Era III - Historic local transport in red in N scale

With the Kres 51040020 VT 45 railcar of the "Stettin" design, you can bring an authentic piece of German post-war railroad history to your model railway layout in N scale. The two-part railcar from Era III impresses with the finest detailing, true-to-original printing and prototypical design - ideal for historically oriented model railroaders and fans of classic diesel railcars.

Technical product details

• Manufacturer: Kres
• Model designation: VT 45 type "Stettin", 45 502a/b
• Item number: 51040020
• Track gauge: N (1:160)
• Era: III
• Power system: Direct current (DC)
• Length over buffers: 254 mm (two-piece)
• Minimum radius: 192 mm
• Digital: Not digital, but with Next18 interface for easy digitization
• Sound: No
• Lighting: LED light change white, depending on direction of travel

Design & finish

The two-car railcar is painted in typical wine red with the DB logo and has finely executed engravings and a detailed interior. The overall visual impression corresponds to the modernized condition of the 1950s and 60s, as implemented by the German Federal Railroad with new wiring, new Mercedes-Benz engines and modern lighting.

Technical features & special functions

The model has a Next18 digital interface for easy retrofitting of a decoder. The LED lighting, which is dependent on the direction of travel, ensures realistic lighting conditions during operation. Despite its analog design, the model is future-proof and prepared for digital operation.

Historical background

The "Stettin" design was originally developed for local and express services on non-electrified lines. After the Second World War, the Deutsche Bundesbahn still used three vehicles of the VT 45 series in the Bielefeld area - until 1969. They are exemplary for the reconstruction and modernization of the Bundesbahn in the young Federal Republic of Germany.

Compatibility & expansion options

The railcar is compatible with all N-gauge track systems. It can be ideally combined with platforms, stops and regional transport models of Era III. The digital interface makes it easy to convert to digital control.

Scope of delivery

• 1x two-car railcar VT 45 "Stettin", DB
• Operating instructions

Purchase arguments & target group

Perfect for collectors and model railroaders with an interest in the post-war history of the DB. The VT 45 is a real piece of railroad tradition - superbly realized in N scale. Ideal for Era III fans and all those who want to authentically represent regional diesel multiple units.

Recommended purchase

Get the Kres 51040020 VT 45 "Stettin " now - a high-quality model for your N-scale layout with a historical background - now available at Modellbahnshop.de!

Features:

• N scale (1:160), Era III
• DB railcar VT 45, two-part
• Length over buffers: 254 mm
• LED light change white, depending on direction of travel
• Direct current (DC), not digital
• Next18 interface for retrofitting decoders
• Minimum radius: 192 mm
• Detailed interior fittings

Specs:

• Gauge: N
• Rail Company: DB AG
• Era: V
• Color: Multi-Colored
• Electricity System: DC
• Digital: Yes
• sound: Yes
• News: 2024
• Type: Railcar

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