Märklin 88280 Z Aussichtstriebwagen „Gläserner Zug“ BR 491, DB, Ep. IV

Panorama on rails - Märklin Z observation railcar "Transparent train" class 491

With the Märklin 88280 you can bring the legendary "Glass Train" on a scale of 1:220 to your Z-gauge layout. The German Federal Railroad class 491 electrically powered observation rail car offers an unmistakable appearance with its striking design and its high proportion of panorama windows - now as a completely new development with the highest level of detail.

The prototype - The DB Transparent Train

The BR 491 was built for exclusive excursions through particularly interesting sections of track. With large, continuous window areas and a stylish color scheme in white aluminum/olympia blue, it was in service from the mid-1970s - for example through the foothills of the Alps or along the Moselle. The condition shown here corresponds to the operating year 1977, including double lamps, scissor and single-arm pantographs and aerial equipment.

Model - Compact, luxurious and filigree

The model is a completely new construction with running gear and body made of metal-plastic composite for optimum running characteristics and sharpness of detail. The interior with seats and driver's cab is visible through the full-length panoramic windows. One bogie is powered by a quiet, powerful bell-type armature motor.

Lighting & technology

The headlights are dependent on the direction of travel and consist of warm white LEDs (3x at the front) and red marker lights (2x at the rear). The lighting is maintenance-free and emphasizes the elegant appearance of the railcar - even in night operation. The railcar has a minimum radius of 195 mm and is therefore suitable for all standard Z-gauge layouts.

Scope of delivery

One electrically powered class 491 "Transparent Train" observation railcar in an Era IV design, with a bell-type armature motor, LED headlights, complete interior fittings and an elaborate paint scheme.

For fans of elegant special vehicles in Z scale

The Märklin 88280 is a technical and visual highlight - ideal for high-quality presentation trains or as an exclusive individual model with a great effect on any layout.

Features:

• DB class 491 "Glass Train" observation railcar
• Era IV, operating condition 1977
• Paint scheme: white aluminum/olympia blue
• Completely newly constructed model
• Body made of metal/plastic combination
• Bell-type armature motor, drive on one bogie
• 3x warm white / 2x red directional LED headlights
• With replica of the interior and driver's cab
• Clear view through large window areas
• Length over buffers: 93.8 mm
• Minimum radius: 195 mm
• Scale 1:220 - Z gauge

Specs:

• Gauge: Z
• Rail Company: DB
• Era: IV
• Color: Blue
• Electricity System: DC
• Analogue / Digital: Analogue
• sound: No
• News: 2026
• Type: Railcar

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