C-Track with Integrated Roadbed
Track, sleepers and moulded ballast base form a stable unit. The click connection supports quick and accurately aligned assembly and is also suitable for track plans which are changed regularly.
All Märklin H0 Track-Set Product Groups
Märklin H0 Track Sets: All 14 C-Track & K-Track Sets
Discover C-Track extensions, a digital turnout set, an introduction using the Mobile Station 2, snow-covered track and eight complete track packages for the NOCH Easy-Track layouts Andreastal, Karlsberg, Martinstadt and Theisensee.
14
Märklin H0 track sets
6
C-Track and digital sets
4
C-Track Easy-Track packages
4
K-Track Easy-Track packages
Märklin Track Construction at 1:87 Scale
Which products belong to the Märklin H0 track-set range?
H0 gauge is produced at a scale of 1:87 and uses a model track gauge of 16.5 millimetres for standard-gauge vehicles. Märklin combines this distance between the rails with a stud-contact centre conductor. A pickup shoe beneath the locomotive collects traction current from the studs, while the two outer rails form the common return conductor.
A Märklin track set combines coordinated track for a clearly defined purpose. Short straights close gaps, extension packs create additional running routes and Digital Set 24802 adds two turnouts which are already motorised and digitally switchable. Pack 29000 combines a C-Track oval with a Mobile Station 2, track box and power supply.
A second major group consists of the track packages for NOCH Easy-Track. The complete track combination is already matched to the respective route plan. Each of the four projects is available as a robust C-Track version and as a K-Track version which can be ballasted individually.
Vehicles, buildings, scenery material and the Easy-Track route kit itself are included only when they are expressly listed on the relevant product page. The eight Easy-Track packages primarily contain the Märklin track components required for each plan.
System information: The same track gauge does not automatically mean the same electrical system. Märklin C-Track and K-Track belong to the centre-conductor system. Most H0 two-rail track uses two electrically isolated outer rails without stud contacts.
Two Current Märklin H0 Track Systems
What is the difference between Märklin C-Track and K-Track?
Both systems are designed for Märklin H0 vehicles with centre pickup shoes. The principal differences concern the roadbed, connection, geometry and method of creating a permanent layout.
K-Track Without a Ballast Base
The slender track is laid on a separately selected substructure. Roadbed, ballast colour and the surrounding scenery can be customised completely. The 900-millimetre flexible track permits individual curves.
Transition Between the Two Systems
The 180-millimetre 24922 transition track connects C-Track and K-Track. The transition should be straight, level and easily accessible. A location immediately after a tight curve is unsuitable.
| Feature | Märklin C-Track | Märklin K-Track |
|---|---|---|
| Roadbed | Integrated moulded ballast base | No moulded roadbed |
| Connection | Stable click connection with concealed electrical contacts | Conventional rail joiners and separate centre-conductor contacts |
| Typical Use | Starter layouts, floor railways and quick system-based assembly | Permanently installed and individually ballasted layouts |
| Individual Alignment | Fixed system radii and numerous compensation pieces | Also includes 900 mm flexible track 2205 |
| Turnouts | Manual operation; drives, decoders and lanterns can be fitted | Standard, slender and curved turnouts with suitable drives |
| Electrical Design | Stud-contact centre conductor for analogue or digital operation | Stud-contact centre conductor for analogue or digital operation |
Product Group 1
Six Märklin C-Track, Extension and Digital Sets
These packs solve specific tasks: compensating for track lengths, constructing a continuous circuit, adding curved turnouts, creating a shunting group or controlling turnouts digitally.
Short Compensation Straights
Märklin 20099 Straight Track Set
Four 24094 tracks and two 24077 tracks close gaps in stations, turnout formations and parallel routes.
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Curved-Turnout Extension
Märklin 24904 C4
Straights, R1 and R2 curves and one left- and one right-hand curved turnout expand the existing continuous circuit.
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Station and Shunting Group
Märklin 24905 C5
Two standard turnouts, one double-slip turnout and four buffer-stop tracks form a versatile group of sidings.
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Digital Extension D2
Märklin 24802 Digital Set
Two turnouts with integrated drives and decoders, together with matching straights and curves for a digitally switchable route.
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Digital System Introduction
Märklin 29000 with Mobile Station 2
An R2 track oval, track box, 36 VA power supply and Mobile Station 2 form a digital foundation without a locomotive or wagons.
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Winter and Christmas Layout
Märklin 20124 Snow-Covered Track
White C-Track with a glitter effect, left-hand turnout, turnout curve and buffer stop for a winter scene.
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Product Group 2
Four Märklin C-Track Packages for NOCH Easy-Track
C-Track is especially practical for prefabricated route sections. The roadbed stabilises the track, the click connection maintains the geometry and the turnouts can later be motorised or digitised.
Multi-Level Mountain Layout
C-Track Andreastal
Complete C-Track combination for interwoven routes, gradients and a long visible running section.
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Compact Continuous Route
C-Track Karlsberg
Coordinated curves, straights, turnouts and sidings for a compact layout with a station.
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Large Operational Layout
C-Track Martinstadt
Extensive track package with numerous turnouts, station tracks and connections for shunting operation.
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Compact Small Layout
C-Track Theisensee
R1 curves and four curved turnouts permit two running routes and shunting possibilities within a small area.
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Product Group 3
Four Märklin K-Track Packages for NOCH Easy-Track
The K-Track versions follow the same route shapes but use independent geometry without an integrated ballast base. Visible routes, stations and embankments can therefore be supported, ballasted and weathered individually.
Individual Mountain Route
K-Track Andreastal
Track package without roadbed for a multi-level layout with individually designed embankments and track surroundings.
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Compact K-Track Plan
K-Track Karlsberg
Suitable K-Track and turnouts for a continuous route, station and individually ballasted track sections.
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Large K-Track Layout
K-Track Martinstadt
Extensive K-Track combination for the station, industrial connections, storage sidings and long running routes.
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Compact K-Track Layout
K-Track Theisensee
Curved turnouts and compact radii transfer the Theisensee plan to the finely customisable K-Track system.
View K-Track packageThe track package and route-construction kit are separate products. The Märklin set provides the track for the respective plan. The precut routes, pillars and assembly plans are supplied in the matching NOCH Easy-Track kit.
NOCH Andreastal 53605
Constructed routes measuring 195.5 × 117 cm; base area from 210 × 125 cm.
View route-construction kit →NOCH Karlsberg 53600
Constructed routes measuring 182 × 113.5 cm; base area from 190 × 120 cm.
View route-construction kit →NOCH Martinstadt 53610
Constructed routes measuring 243 × 148 cm; base area from 250 × 150 cm.
View route-construction kit →NOCH Theisensee 53615
Constructed routes measuring 123 × 103 cm; base area from 125 × 105 cm.
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The Most Important Märklin Track Components
Straights, Radii, Turnouts and Digital Technology Explained
Individual tracks , turnouts and track accessories permit later modification of the preconfigured sets.
C-Track 24188 and 24172
Basic System Straights
24188 measures 188.3 millimetres and 24172 measures 171.7 millimetres. Both lengths are frequently combined to compensate for turnout connections and parallel tracks.
C-Track 24094 and 24077
Fine Length Compensation
The short straights measuring 94.2 and 77.5 millimetres close small gaps. Set 20099 combines these two important compensation lengths.
Radii R1 and R2
Compact and Regular Continuous Circuits
C-Track R1 has a radius of 360 millimetres and R2 has a radius of 437.5 millimetres. The minimum radius of every intended vehicle must be checked before constructing the layout.
Standard Turnouts 24611 and 24612
Station and Passing Track
The left- and right-hand C-Track turnouts are 188.3 millimetres long. They can be operated manually and fitted with a drive, decoder and turnout lantern.
Curved Turnouts 24671 and 24672
Branching Within the Curve
The inner curve follows R1. Curved turnouts save layout length and begin a parallel route or station within a curved alignment.
Double-Slip Turnout 24620
Four Routes in One Compact Component
The double slip combines a crossing with two turnout functions. It is especially suitable for station approaches and compact shunting groups.
K-Track Flexible Track 2205
Individual Curves and Transitions
The 900-millimetre flexible track is cut to the required length. It permits flowing routes, individual radii and long sections with few rail joints.
Mobile Station, Decoders and Power Feeds
Digital Driving and Switching
The Mobile Station controls locomotives and electromagnetic accessories. Turnout decoders receive switching commands, while additional power feeds support even power distribution on larger layouts.
When ballasting K-Track, the stud contacts, turnout blades and operating mechanisms must remain unobstructed. Suitable substructures and materials are available under Track Bedding and Ballast .
From the Available Space to a Suitable Set
How to Select a Märklin H0 Track Set
A suitable set considers more than external dimensions. Train lengths, radii, reach, control equipment and the intended operating sequence are equally important.
Measure the Base Area Precisely
Include operating aisles, cable access, the layout edge and access to concealed track in addition to the plan itself.
Select C-Track or K-Track
C-Track supports quick assembly, while K-Track provides more freedom over the roadbed, ballast and visible alignment.
Check Vehicles and Radii
The minimum radius stated for the model determines whether R1 can be used or whether larger radii are necessary.
Compare Usable Track Lengths
Stations, sidings and hidden yards must accommodate the longest planned trains completely.
Prepare the Digital Technology
Define the track box, command station, turnout decoders, feedback and additional power feeds before constructing the scenery.
Carry Out Test Operation
Lay the track loosely first and test long coaches, pickup shoes, turnouts and gradient transitions in both directions.
Begin Digitally
Märklin 29000 combines an R2 oval, Mobile Station 2 and power supply.
Digitise Turnouts
Märklin 24802 provides two turnouts which are already motorised and digitally equipped.
Shunting and Storage
Märklin 24905 C5 forms a larger group of turnouts and buffer-stop tracks.
Compact Complete Layout
Theisensee uses a minimum base area of approximately 125 × 105 centimetres.
Further guidance is available in Plan a Model Railway , the Track Planning category and the Model Railway Calculators .
Scale, Track Gauge and Electrical System
Distinguishing H0 Centre-Conductor and Related Model Gauges
The 14 listed sets belong to the standard-gauge Märklin H0 system. Other H0 narrow-gauge systems use the same scale but a different distance between the rails.
| System | Scale | Model Track Gauge | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Märklin H0 Centre-Conductor | 1:87 | 16.5 mm | Direct application of the C-Track and K-Track sets |
| H0 Two Rail | 1:87 | 16.5 mm | The same track gauge but without a stud-contact centre conductor |
| H0m | 1:87 | 12 mm | Metre gauge using an independent track system |
| H0e | 1:87 | 9 mm | Narrow gauge, for example for 750 mm prototypes |
| H0f | 1:87 | 6.5 mm | Field and industrial railways at H0 scale |
| Z Gauge | 1:220 | 6.5 mm | Märklin's smaller standard-gauge system; not compatible with H0 |
The H0 AC or H0 DC guide and the model railway gauge comparison explain track gauge, scale and electrical systems.
Frequently Searched Answers
Questions About Märklin H0 Track Sets
These answers help with C-Track, K-Track, digital control, Easy-Track, radii and system compatibility.
How many Märklin H0 track sets are included in this overview?
The overview presents 14 H0 products: six C-Track, extension and digital sets, four Easy-Track packages for C-Track and four for K-Track.
Which Märklin track set is suitable for a digital introduction?
Märklin 29000 contains a C-Track R2 oval, Mobile Station 2, track box and power supply. A locomotive and wagons can be selected separately to suit the preferred theme.
What is the main difference between C-Track and K-Track?
C-Track has integrated roadbed and click connections. K-Track is laid without a ballast base and permits completely individual roadbed and ballast design.
Can Märklin C-Track be connected to K-Track?
Yes. Transition track 24922 connects the two systems. The transition should be positioned on a straight, level and easily accessible part of the layout.
Are the turnouts in Märklin 24802 already digital?
Yes. The left- and right-hand turnouts each have an integrated drive and decoder and can be switched using a suitable Mobile Station or Central Station.
What is Märklin 24905 C5 intended for?
C5 adds several straights, two standard turnouts, one double-slip turnout and four buffer-stop tracks. It is especially suitable for storage and shunting.
Is the NOCH route kit included with the Easy-Track track sets?
No. The Märklin set contains the track required for the plan. The routes, pillars and assembly plan belong to the separately selected NOCH Easy-Track route-construction kit.
Which Easy-Track plan requires the least space?
Theisensee is designed for a minimum base area of approximately 125 × 105 centimetres. The constructed route sections measure approximately 123 × 103 centimetres.
Can every Märklin H0 vehicle negotiate R1?
Not automatically. C-Track R1 has a radius of 360 millimetres. The radius specified for the particular vehicle remains decisive; long locomotives and coaches benefit from larger radii.
Can Märklin track be operated using analogue and digital control?
Yes. C-Track and K-Track can be used in analogue or digital form with a suitable Märklin power supply. The controllers, decoders and wiring determine the operating method.
Can an H0 two-rail locomotive run on Märklin C-Track?
Not without suitable technical equipment. Märklin uses a stud-contact centre conductor and a pickup shoe. A typical two-rail locomotive collects current separately from the two outer rails.
Which system is better for a permanent layout?
Both systems can be installed permanently. C-Track is especially straightforward, while K-Track offers more freedom for prototypical roadbed, flexible track and weathering on visible routes.
Add Suitable Märklin H0 Products to the Track Plan
Explore individual C-Track and K-Track pieces, turnouts, drives, decoders, Mobile Stations, Central Stations, locomotives and wagons for further expansion of your Märklin layout.