Märklin 55500 1 diesel locomotive DH 500 Ca Henschel, Ep. III, DC-MFX-Sound

Powerhouse at work - Märklin Gauge 1 diesel locomotive DH 500 Ca Henschel

With the Märklin 55500 DH 500 Ca, you can present a powerful factory diesel locomotive from the Henschel Works on your 1 Gauge layout - fully equipped, digitally controllable, and with an impressive amount of detail. The model shows the works locomotive No. 2 in the condition of Era III around 1962 and impresses with its uncompromising metal design, high tractive effort, and realistic functions.

The prototype - Henschel DH 500 Ca

The Henschel type DH 500 Ca locomotive was a robust, diesel-hydraulic shunting locomotive that was mainly used for internal works traffic at Henschel itself. With its distinctive body, compact size and high power, it was ideal for heavy shunting work in confined spaces - a typical sight on factory premises and in sidings.

Model - solid metal and high-end digital technology

The locomotive body, chassis with main frame, wheels and coupling rods are made of die-cast zinc, supplemented by numerous attached metal parts such as handle bars, windshield wipers and bell. The locomotive is equipped as standard with an mfx digital decoder, parameterizable current storage, high-performance motor and Telex couplers at the front and rear. The lighting is implemented with LEDs, including white headlights alternating with red marker lights and cab lighting.

Functionality and operation

Operation is possible with Märklin Digital, mfx, DCC, direct and alternating current. All axles are powered, which in conjunction with the approx. 3.5 kg body provides enormous tractive power. Doors in the driver's cab can be opened, a locomotive driver figure is already installed, as are spring-loaded buffers and attached brake lines. The standard Telex coupler can be replaced with screw couplers if required (not included).

Technology & dimensions

With a length over buffers of 27.8 cm and a minimum radius of 1,020 mm, this model is designed for large-scale 1-gauge layouts. It combines the finest model construction details with real operating power.

Scope of delivery

A Henschel DH 500 Ca made entirely of metal with mfx digital decoder, parameterizable power storage, light and sound functions, LED lighting, Telex coupler, cab equipment, driver's cab figure and extensive detailing.

For gauge 1 enthusiasts with the highest demands

The Märklin 55500 is a top class model - powerful, detailed and versatile. Ideal for collectors and company railroaders who want to realistically represent authentic factory traffic.

Features:

• Track 1 DH 500 Ca Henschel diesel locomotive, Era III (around 1962)
• Completely made of metal: locomotive body, chassis, wheels, coupling rods
• mfx digital decoder, parameterizable current memory
• Operation with AC, DC, Märklin Digital, DCC
• High-performance motor, drive on all axles
• White LED headlights with red marker lights (alternating)
• Driver's cab lighting, locomotive engineer figure
• Telex coupler front and rear, interchangeable
• Many attached details: brake lines, bell, grab irons
• Spring buffers, doors can be opened
• Minimum radius: 1,020 mm
• Length over buffers: 27.8 cm
• Weight: approx. 3.5 kg

Specs:

• Gauge: 1
• Rail Company: Private Railways
• Era: III
• Color: Blue
• Electricity System: DC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2026
• Type: Diesel loco

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