NEW Piko 52149 H0 Triebwagen BR 798 + Steuerwagen, DB AG, Ep. V, „Ulmer Spatz“
available again expected 06/07/2026
Delivery time: 128 ‐ 135 business days (Germany)
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Piko 52149 H0 Triebwagen BR 798 + Steuerwagen, DB AG, Ep. V, „Ulmer Spatz“ Product Details
Piko 52149 H0 Railcar BR 798 + Control Car, DB AG, Ep. V, "Ulmer Spatz" - Classic in a modern guise
With the Piko 52149 BR 798 railcar set + VS 998 driving trailer, PIKO brings the popular rail bus of the Deutsche Bundesbahn in its Epoch V version as the "Ulmer Spatz" in a mint green color scheme to your H0 DC layout. The model impresses with its high level of detail, modern technology and numerous digital functions - ideal for main and branch lines with a realistic operating image.
Authentic appearance of the 1990s
The legendary VT 98/VS 98 was in service on German branch lines for decades. In Era V, the "Ulmer Spatz" was given the typical mint green livery of DB AG. This model conversion impresses with its precise proportions, clear printing and an illuminated train destination display - a highlight for all fans of modern rail bus use.
Technically mature for optimum direct current operation
A powerful miniature motor with flywheels ensures smooth running, supported by an integrated buffer capacitor for uninterrupted running performance - even on points or dirty tracks. The power car and control car can be coupled in a current-conducting manner, allowing full utilization of the lighting functions with a clear view through the passenger compartments.
Digitally prepared with sound retrofit option
The model is equipped with an NEM 658 PluX22 interface and is ready for simple digitization. A PIKO sound decoder (#56570) with a large loudspeaker can be retrofitted for the optimum sound experience. The factory-installed interior lighting can be switched digitally, as can the direction-dependent light change in white/red.
Versatile use in regional and museum traffic
With a running length of 321 mm and a minimum radius of 358 mm, the set is ideal for regional train scenarios of the 1990s or modern museum trains on single-track branch lines. The rail bus combines nostalgic flair with digital future-proofing.
Available now - make your layout mint green!
Experience the "Ulmer Spatz" as a powerful DC model for Era V. The Piko 52149 BR 798 + VS 998 is waiting in the model railway store for its new route - ready for digitization and sound retrofitting!
Features:
- Gauge: H0
- Era: V
- Power system: Direct current
- Railroad management: DB AG
- Paint scheme: Mint green (DB AG)
- Length over buffers: 321 mm
- Minimum radius: 358 mm
- Coupler: Current-conducting close coupler link
- Digital interface: NEM 658 PluX22
- Sound: PIKO sound decoder can be retrofitted (#56570)
- Interior lighting can be switched at the factory
- Driver's cab lighting switchable (with decoder)
- Illuminated train destination display on the side
- Light change: white / red depending on direction of travel
- Buffer capacitor for uninterrupted operation
- Age recommendation: from 14 years
- WEEE registration number: DE 24216800
Specs:
- Gauge: H0
- Rail Company: DB AG
- Era: V
- Color: Multi-Colored
- Electricity System: DC
- Digital: No
- 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.