Piko 98553A1 H0 Hochbordwagen Eaos, DB Cargo, Ep. V, verkehrsrot, #1
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Piko 98553A1 H0 Hochbordwagen Eaos, DB Cargo, Ep. V, verkehrsrot, #1 Product Details
Piko 98553A1 H0 Eaos high-sided wagon - DB Cargo Era V
The Piko Eaos high-sided wagon with item number 98553A1 is a detailed freight wagon model on a scale of 1:87 (H0 gauge) from DB Cargo in traffic red paintwork. Set in Era V or early Era VI, the wagon reflects the typical appearance of open freight wagons of modern German railroad companies. Fine engravings, realistic roof and floor details and high-quality printing make this Eaos ideal for sophisticated freight train compositions.
Product details and technical information
The model is built as an open high-sided wagon (Eaos) according to the European UIC standard. Piko offers it in H0 gauge, including realistic proportions and clean construction. The length over buffers is approx. 157 mm, suitable for long freight trains or yard-based layouts :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Design & finish
Painted in classic traffic red, the wagon bears eye-catching DB Cargo lettering and the company number (#1). The lettering is sharp, abrasion-resistant and durable. Fine details such as fans and brake hoses are precisely modeled, and the open floor design realistically shows off loads such as ballast, wood or containers. The proportions, sharp edges and bogie design meet the high Piko standard for freight wagon models :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
Collector's value & possible uses
This Eaos is ideal for model railroaders who want to supplement their trains with realistic freight cars - whether in everyday DB Cargo freight trains, transfer trains or as individual cars in factory and port facilities. Thanks to its universal design, it fits into a wide variety of scenarios and gives the train composition an authentic impression. The wagon is also a strong eye-catcher as an individual display in a showcase or industrial diorama.
Scope of delivery
The fully assembled Eaos high-sided wagon is supplied, painted traffic red, with fine DB Cargo printing and sturdy bogies. The model is ready to run on all standard H0 two-wire track systems. The packaging and padding ensure safe storage and transportation.
Purchase arguments & target group
The Piko Eaos 98553A1 appeals to model railroaders who want to visually enhance modern freight train flotillas with realistically designed cars. The wagon is a suitable supplementary vehicle especially for DB Cargo Era V/VI locomotives such as the BR 185 or BR 189. Now available from specialist dealers - add this Eaos high-sided wagon with character and quality to your high-quality freight trains!
Features:
- Manufacturer: Piko
- Product: Eaos high side wagon - DB Cargo
- Item number: 98553A1
- Scale: 1:87 (H0 gauge)
- Era: V (from 1990) / VI
- Color: traffic red with DB Cargo imprint
- Material: high quality plastic
- Length over buffers: approx. 157 mm
- Sturdy bogies, realistic detailed engravings
- Fully assembled, ready to run on two-wire tracks
Specs:
- Type: High-sided wagon
- Gauge: H0
- Rail Company: DB
- Era: V
- Color: Red
- News: 2025
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CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing! Age recommendation from 14 years.
