Märklin 47431 H0 Flachwagen-Set, DB AG, Ep. V
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Märklin 47431 H0 Flachwagen-Set, DB AG, Ep. V Product Details
Märklin 47431 Flat Car Set: Transwaggon GmbH Private Car in Era V
The Märklin 47431 flat car set presents a pair of Laads 800B type flat cars with rich detailing. These privately owned cars from Transwaggon GmbH, Hamburg, are used on the Deutsche Bahn AG and represent the operating condition as of 1999. With their red-brown basic paint scheme and the numerous intricate details, they bring the versatility of Era V freight service to your H0 model railroad layout.
The prototype: Laads 800B type flat car
The Laads 800B type flat wagons are specially designed for the transportation of heavy and bulky goods. They have a well thought-out design with run-over plates and retaining wedges to ensure that the load is securely fastened. This model shows the wagons in the red-brown design of Transwaggon GmbH, a leading provider of freight wagon services in Europe.
Detailed and high-quality design
The Märklin 47431 flat car set will win you over with its precise implementation. Both halves of the car are made of metal and have many separately applied details such as brake lines, air tanks, run-over plates, steps, and brake rods. The cars have a kinematics-guided, rigid screw coupling between the halves and a hand wheel for the parking brake. Separately attachable parts such as retaining wedges and brake hoses offer additional options for individual design.
Combination options for your model railway
The model can be ideally supplemented with other cars from the Märklin or Trix assortment. Another pair of flat cars with a different car number is available under item number 24429 in the Trix H0 assortment. This variety makes it possible to model realistic freight trains that represent the professionalism and versatility of modern freight transportation.
Conclusion: A versatile model for Era V enthusiasts
The Märklin 47431 flat car set is a perfect choice for model railroaders and collectors who value realistic freight cars. With its detailed design, high-quality workmanship, and many possible combinations, this set will be an indispensable part of any H0 model railroad layout. A highlight for all fans of Era VI.
Features:
- Track gauge: H0
- Era: V
- Prototype: Pair of flat cars, type Laads 800B
- Privately owned car of Transwaggon GmbH, Hamburg
- Red-brown basic paint scheme
- Operating condition as of 1999
- Both halves of the car made of metal
- Many separately applied details (brake lines, air reservoirs, run-over plates, steps, brake linkage)
- Kinematic-guided, rigid screw coupling between the car halves
- Handwheel for parking brake
- Separately attachable parts such as retaining wedges and brake hoses
- Buffer height according to NEM
- Length over buffers: 32.4 cm
- DC wheel set: E414237
- Additional model: Trix 24429 with a different car number
Specs:
- Type: Flat wagon
- Gauge: H0
- Rail Company: DB AG
- Rail Company: DB AG
- Era: V
- Type: Flat wagon
- Era: V
- Color: Brown
- News: 2025
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CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing! Age recommendation from 14 years.
