Märklin 36971 H0 Dieseltriebwagen Regio Shuttle RS2, BR 650, WEG, Ep. VI, AC-MFX-Sound

Are you looking for a special WEG diesel railcar with an anniversary design for your H0 layout?

The Märklin 36971 H0 Regio Shuttle RS2 class 650 diesel railcar, WEG, Era VI, AC MFX sound is a modern model with a special design. The Württembergische Eisenbahn-Gesellschaft is commemorating an important anniversary under the motto "Katja in a new old dress": 125 years ago, the WEG opened its first line between Nürtingen and Neuffen. The Katja with its one-sided retro look is a reminder of these old times.

The prototype is a class 650Regio Shuttle RS1 diesel railcar from the Württembergische Eisenbahn-Gesellschaft. The version has screw couplers, buffers and an overhead train destination display. The light gray/ultramarine blue basic paint scheme with a special design for the 125th anniversary of the Tälesbahn makes this model an eye-catching Era VI vehicle.

Märklin 36971 H0 Regio Shuttle RS2 Diesel Railcar

The exact product designation is Märklin 36971 H0 Regio Shuttle RS2 diesel railcar, class 650, WEG, Era VI, AC MFX sound. The model has the road number VT 442. The NVR number 95 80 0 650 690-0 D-WEG is also included. The operating status is specified from 2025.

The version with mfx digital decoder and extensive sound functions makes the railcar particularly suitable for digital H0 operation. The combination of anniversary design, WEG prototype and modern sound equipment makes this model an interesting addition for collectors and model railroaders.

Drive and digital equipment

The model has a controlled high-performance drive with a flywheel. Two axles are driven and there are also traction tires. This equipment forms the technical basis for use on the H0 layout.

The AC-MFX sound version clearly shows that this model is intended for the Märklin AC range with mfx digital technology and sound. The Märklin 36971 thus offers a modern combination of running operation, sound functions and lighting.

Light Functions and Interior Lighting

The diesel powered rail car has a triple headlights that change over with the direction of travel and two red marker lights. These light functions are in conventional operation and can be controlled digitally. There is also a double A light function.

Interior lighting is also included as standard. The lighting is provided by maintenance-free warm white and red LEDs. This means that the railcar is not only displayed effectively on the outside, but also in the interior.

Details and preparation for double traction

The model has many separately applied details. Brake hoses, screw couplings and control lines are separately applied at both ends. The buffer height corresponds to NEM.

Opened panels, shorter control lines and a coupling rod are included for double traction operation. The minimum passable radius is 360 mm, not including the clearance gauge. The length over buffers is 29.3 cm.

Recommended purchase

If you are looking for an H0 diesel powered rail car with a WEG anniversary design, AC MFX sound, interior lighting, and extensive sound functions, the Märklin 36971 Regio Shuttle RS2 is a very suitable choice. Add the Katja in her new old dress to your H0 layout now and add a special vehicle to your collection for the 125th anniversary of the Tälesbahn.

Features:

• Manufacturer: Märklin
• Item number: 36971
• Nominal size: H0
• Product description: RS2 Regio Shuttle diesel rail car
• Class: Class 650
• Railroad company: Württembergische Eisenbahn-Gesellschaft
• Abbreviation: WEG
• Era: VI
• Version: AC MFX sound
• Prototype: Regio Shuttle RS1 type diesel railcar
• Version with screw couplers
• Version with buffers
• Version with overhead train destination display
• Light gray/ultramarine blue basic paint scheme
• Special design for the 125th anniversary of the Tälesbahn
• Katja in a one-sided retro look
• WEG opened its first line between Nürtingen and Neuffen 125 years ago
• Road number: VT 442
• NVR number: 95 80 0 650 690-0 D-WEG
• Operating condition: as of 2025
• With mfx digital decoder
• Extensive sound functions
• Regulated high-performance drive
• Flywheel mass
• Two axles powered
• Traction tires
• Triple headlights that change over with the direction of travel
• Two red marker lights
• Light functions conventionally in operation and digitally switchable
• Double A light function
• Interior lighting fitted as standard
• Lighting with maintenance-free warm white and red LEDs
• Many separately applied details
• Separately attached brake hoses at both ends
• Separately attached screw couplings at both ends
• Separately attached control cables at both ends
• Buffer height according to NEM
• Opened covers for double traction operation included
• Shorter control cables for double traction operation enclosed
• Coupling rod for double traction operation enclosed
• Minimum passable radius: 360 mm without observing the clearance gauge
• Length over buffers: 29.3 cm

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: Private Railways
• Era: VI
• Color: Multi-Colored
• Electricity System: AC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2026
• Type: Railcar

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