Märklin 45909 H0 Katalogwagen 1938

Are you looking for a special Märklin catalog car with a historic cover from 1938?

The Märklin 45909 H0 1938 catalog car is an unusual car for model railroaders and collectors who would like to add a piece of Märklin catalog history to their H0 collection. Under the theme "Through the History of Märklin Catalog Titles", this car picks up on the cover of the Märklin catalog from 1938 and turns it into a special collector's model.

The painting that adorns this car shows an impressive parallel run of two express trains. The scene could also be interpreted as a race. On the left track, the directional track, is a green E 18. On the right side, on the opposite track, a BBÖ class 214 express steam locomotive is leading an impressive express train. This class 214 was the largest steam locomotive series ever built in Austria and has a particularly strong influence on the depiction on the historical catalog cover.

Historical catalog motif with a strong visual impact

The baggage car behind the working steam locomotive also deserves special attention. It even has a pulpit in the middle of the carriage and adds another interesting detail to the scene. In the background of the painting, a huge mountain massif with snow-covered peaks rises up. This creates an impressive backdrop that further emphasizes the dynamics of the two express trains.

It is also interesting to note that the BBÖ class 214 has not yet appeared as a model in the Märklin range, although it has all the characteristics to be appreciated as a model in view of the large and pompous steam and electric locomotives of various countries. It is reasonable to assume that the painter Josef Danilowatz, who was born in Vienna in 1877, paid a picturesque tribute to the largest steam locomotive series in his home country with this motif.

Prototype: Ibopqs private refrigerator car

The prototype for the Märklin 45909 is an Ibopqs private refrigerator car with the cover picture of the Märklin catalog from 1938. This model combines the character of a freight car with a historically influenced collector's motif. The car is not only a vehicle for model railroad operation, but also a bearer of a special piece of Märklin history.

This car is an attractive addition especially for collectors who are interested in historical Märklin catalog items. The combination of the refrigerator car prototype, historic cover, and artistic railroad scene makes the Märklin 45909 a special eye-catcher in the display case or on the H0 layout.

Model version of the Märklin 45909

The model has inset roof vents and attached steps on the ends. These features add to the design of the car and give it a finer model effect. The length over buffers is 13.4 cm.

Suitable wheel set details are also available for use or conversion. The DC wheel set has the number E32376004. The Trix Express wheel set is designated with the number E36660700.

Recommended purchase

If you are looking for a Märklin H0 car with a special historical reference, the Märklin 45909 1938 catalog car is a very suitable choice. The model combines a private Ibopq refrigerator car with the cover of the 1938 Märklin catalog and shows an impressive scene with an E 18, BBÖ class 214 express steam locomotive, express trains, and mountain scenery. Get this special catalog car and expand your collection with a model from the history of Märklin catalog titles.

Features:

• Manufacturer: Märklin
• Item number: 45909
• Nominal size: H0
• Product description: 1938 catalog car
• Theme: Through the History of the Märklin Catalog Titles
• Prototype: Ibopqs private refrigerator car
• Motif: Cover of the Märklin catalog from the year 1938
• Painting with two express trains running parallel
• Depiction of a green E 18 on the left track
• Depiction of a BBÖ class 214 express steam locomotive on the right side
• BBÖ series 214 named as the largest steam locomotive series ever built in Austria
• Luggage wagon with pulpit in the middle of the wagon described in the motif
• Mountain massif with snow-covered peaks in the background of the painting
• Painter Josef Danilowatz was born in Vienna in 1877
• Roof ventilators in use
• Attached steps at the ends
• Length over buffers: 13.4 cm
• DC wheel set: E32376004
• Trix-Express-Radsatz: E36660700

Specs:

• Type: Refrigerated wagon
• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: Misc.
• Rail Company: Misc.
• Era: VI
• Type: Refrigerated wagon
• Era: VI
• Color: Multi-Colored
• News: 2026

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