Märklin 42913 H0 First-Class Passenger Car, FS, Era V

Märklin 42913 First-Class Az Passenger Car: FS Eurofima Car in Era V

The Märklin 42913 First-Class Az Passenger Car is a highly detailed replica of a comfortable compartment car from the Italian State Railways (FS). With its “Bigrigio” color scheme and service on the international EC 89 Paganini train, this model is a highlight for H0 layouts depicting European long-distance rail travel in Era V.

The Prototype: Eurofima 1st-Class Cars

The Eurofima Az-class compartment cars were designed for high-quality international passenger service. These cars offered a high level of comfort in First Class and, with their elegant “Bigrigio” color scheme, contributed to the modern appearance of FS long-distance rail service. The EC 89 Paganini connected Munich Central Station with Verona via Innsbruck, Brenner, and Bolzano and was an important link in European rail traffic during the 1990s.

Detailed and technically high-quality reproduction

The model impresses with its precise reproduction and numerous technical features:

• Fiat Y0270 S bogies: Featuring a sway damper and magnetic track brake, both designed true to the prototype.
• Model-specific underbody design: Showcases the technical details of the prototype.
• Prepared for retrofits:
  • Current-carrying couplers (7319, 72021, or 72022).
  • Interior lighting (73400/73401, 73410, or 73411).
  • Contact strip (73406).
  • Train-end lighting (73407).

With a minimum running radius of 360 mm and a length over buffers of 28.2 cm, this car is ideal for use in scale-accurate train sets.

Combination options for authentic trains

The Az passenger car perfectly complements other Eurofima cars from FS, such as items 42923 and 42924. Together, they enable the realistic recreation of the EC 89 Paganini or similar train formations in Era V European long-distance rail service.

Conclusion: Comfort and elegance for international trains

The Märklin 42913 Az 1st-Class Passenger Car is a high-quality model that perfectly reflects the elegance and functionality of FS’s Eurofima cars. With its prototypical design, retrofit options, and versatile applications, this car is a must-have for enthusiasts of European rail transport from the 1990s.

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Era: V
• Prototype: FS Eurofima Az 1st-class compartment car
• Operating condition: Around 1995
• Color scheme: “Bigrigio”
• Route: EC 89 Paganini (Munich Central Station – Innsbruck – Brenner – Bolzano – Verona)
• Fiat Y0270 S bogies with sway dampers and magnetic rail brakes
• Undercarriage designed specifically for this model
• Prepared for current-carrying couplers, interior lighting, collector, and train-tail lights
• Minimum curve radius: 360 mm
• Length over buffers: 28.2 cm
• DC wheel set: E700580
• Matching cars: Item numbers 42923 and 42924

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: FS
• Era: V
• Type: Passenger wagon
• Color: Multi-Colored
• News: 2025

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