Piko 24541 H0 Bierwagen, SNCB, Ep. III 'Cousin & de Rauw'

Piko 24541 H0 "Cousin & de Rauw" Beer Wagon, SNCB, Ep. III - Belgian brewery feeling in model format

The Piko "Cousin & de Rauw" beer wagon brings a classic piece of Belgian brewery history to the model railroad layout. As a covered SNCB freight wagon in Era III, this wagon stands for freight transportation in the post-war period - perfect for detailed, realistic train scenarios on H0 layouts.

Design & detail - historically inspired, technically modern

The wagon has free-standing steps and handrails, which emphasizes its closeness to the original. The side walls are finished with a wooden reproduction, giving the model an authentic, nostalgic character. Thanks to its excellent running characteristics, the car is ideal for operation on direct current systems - and can also be converted for alternating current with the 56060 exchange wheel sets.

Prototype reference: "Cousin & de Rauw" - Belgian beer tradition on rails

In the post-war period, numerous small and medium-sized breweries such as "Cousin & de Rauw" transported their products by rail. These beer wagons were an important part of daily freight traffic and are now a sought-after collector's item with a high recognition value.

Model railroad operation & compatibility

The model is suitable for all H0 DC layouts with a minimum radius of 358 mm. It has an NEM shaft with close coupler couplers and can be used both individually as an eye-catcher and in a historic freight train.

Scope of delivery

• Covered freight car "Cousin & de Rauw", SNCB
• Printed in Era III design

Who is this model suitable for?

For fans of Belgian railroad history, beer car collectors and anyone who would like to add a typical representative of the post-war period to their historic freight car assortment.

Now available - the classic beer wagon from Belgium!

Get the Piko SNCB beer car "Cousin & de Rauw" - new 2025 for model railroaders who love detail and nostalgia fans!

Features:

• Manufacturer: PIKO
• Model: "Cousin & de Rauw" boxcar, SNCB
• Track gauge: H0
• Era: III
• Length over buffers: 105 mm
• Power system: Direct current
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Coupler: NEM shaft with close coupler link
• Interchangeable wheel sets for AC: item 56060
• Special features: Wood reproduction on the sides, free-standing steps and handrails, excellent rolling characteristics

Specs:

• Type: Freight cars
• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: SNCB
• Rail Company: SNCB
• Era: III
• Type: Freight cars
• Era: III
• Color: Brown
• News: 2025

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