Märklin 46406 H0 Güterwagen-Set "Fahrzeugtransport", DR/DDR, Ep. IV

Märklin 46406 H0 Güterwagen-Set "Fahrzeugtransport", DR/DDR, Ep. IV Product Details

Description

Märklin 46406 H0 German State Railroad, Era IV "Vehicle Transport" Freight Car Set - Authentic Reproduction for Vehicle Transport

The Märklin 46406 H0 "Vehicle Transport" box car set is a detailed reproduction of the German State Railroad (DR) Era IV Ks 3300 and Ks 3301 boxcars. This set represents a successful combination of high-quality model making and historical authenticity. Each car in the set reflects the striking details of the prototypes from the 1980s and has been specially developed for vehicle transportation on H0 model railway layouts. From the red-brown paintwork to the wooden plank look of the loading area and the separately attached brake systems, this freight wagon set offers a visually appealing and technically sophisticated addition for all model railroaders who want to experience the charm of the DR/DDR era on their layout.

The historical prototype of the DR turntable wagons

The Ks 3300 and Ks 3301 turntable wagons of the Deutsche Reichsbahn were a common sight on the tracks of the GDR in the 1980s. They were used in particular for transporting vehicles and were known for their high load capacity and flexibility. The red-brown color scheme of these wagons was typical for the freight traffic of the Deutsche Reichsbahn at that time. An important feature of these wagons were the rotating stanchions, which enabled the vehicles to be stowed safely on the loading area. These revolving stanchion cars offer an authentic look at freight logistics in the GDR and are an indispensable element for model railroaders who want to create a realistic picture of Era IV.

Vehicle Details and Equipment for the Märklin 46406 Freight Car Set

The Märklin 46406 boxcar set is characterized by a variety of details that make it a perfect addition to any H0 layout:

• H0 scale: The H0 scale (1:87) allows a detailed and realistic representation.
• Era IV: Suitable for Era IV (1965-1990) of the Deutsche Reichsbahn and ideal for historically oriented layouts.
• Loading area in wooden plank look: The wooden plank look gives the loading area an authentic look and emphasizes the historical character.
• Rotating stanchions: Each stanchion can be rotated to allow flexible securing of the load.
• Separately attached brake systems and controls: These details provide a realistic replica of the wagons.
• Individual operating numbers: A stanchion on each side of the wagon is printed with a specific operating number, emphasizing the uniqueness of each wagon.
• Rectangular buffer plates and buffer height in accordance with NEM: The buffer height complies with the NEM standards, which enables problem-free integration into the layout.

Loading and accessories for realistic vehicle transportation

The "Vehicle Transport" freight wagon set is loaded with Skoda LIAZ 706 tractors from Brekina, which makes the set even more attractive. These tractor units are true to the original design and are placed on the loading areas of the wagons in realistic numbers (two per wagon). The load can be securely fixed with the enclosed holding wedges and end stanchions, which makes authentic vehicle transportation on the model railway layout even more realistic. There are also holders on the ends of the wagons into which the stanchions can simply be inserted.

Different versions of the Ks 3300 and Ks 3301 turntable wagons

The two wagon designs Ks 3300 and Ks 3301 bring additional variety to the set:

• Ks 3301: This wagon type is equipped with a sprinkler system and a handbrake platform and has short end stanchions, which is a realistic reproduction of the design of the time.
• Ks 3300: This wagon has an underframe without a brakeman's platform and is equipped with longer end stanchions, which makes it particularly suitable for the safe transportation of larger vehicles.

High-quality workmanship and attention to detail from Märklin

Märklin has been known for decades for its precise and high-quality models, and the 46406 freight car set is no exception. The elaborate reproduction of the wooden plank look, the rotating stanchions and the separately applied brakes and controls make this set a real eye-catcher. The rectangular buffer plates and the buffer heights corresponding to the NEM standard ensure perfect compatibility with other models and smooth integration into the layout.

Recommendation for model railroaders and collectors

The Märklin 46406 H0 Freight Car Set "Vehicle Transport" is the ideal addition for model railroaders who want to add authentic freight cars from the German State Railroad to their Era IV layout. The combination of historical details, realistic loading area and high-quality workmanship makes this set particularly attractive for collectors and layout builders. The individually printed road numbers and the lovingly designed Brekina traction engines give the set additional collector's value and bring the railroad history of the GDR to life on the model railway layout.

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Era IV
• Round buffer plates
• Buffer height according to NEM
• Folding turnings
• Many applied details
• Loading area in wooden plank look
• Total length over buffers approx. 65 cm
• Holding wedges and stanchions included
• Models of the tractor units from Brekina
• All wagons loaded with two Skoda LIAZ 706 tractor units each
• Front end mountings for inserting the enclosed stanchions
• One stanchion on each side of the wagon is printed with the wagon's operating number
• All wagons with separately attached brake systems, brake control elements and rotating stanchions
• Ks 3301 with separately attached sprinkler system and version with front-side handbrake platform and short end stanchions
• Ks 3300 with separately attached lower beam and in version without brakeman's platform as well as long end stanchions
• Rectangular buffer plates