Roco 56333 Selbstentladewagen, DR, Ep. IV

Roco 56333 Selbstentladewagen, DR, Ep. IV Product Details

Description

Roco 56333 H0 DR self-unloading wagon - contemporary witness to freight traffic in the GDR

With the Roco 56333 self-unloading wagon, you can bring an authentic piece of railroad history of the German Reichsbahn (DR) of Era IV to your model railroad layout. This typical freight wagon was frequently used in heavy bulk goods traffic in the GDR and impresses as a model with its high level of detail and robust construction. Perfectly suited for realistic freight train operation in the 1970s and 1980s.

Product details

• Manufacturer: Roco
• Product name & model number: Self-unloading wagon, item no. 56333
• Track gauge: H0
• Epoch: IV
• Railroad company: German State Railroad (GDR)
• Type: Self-unloading wagon
• Color: Brown
• Length over buffers: 138 mm
• Coupling: NEM shaft with close coupling kinematics
• AC wheel set: Optionally available, item number 40196

Design & workmanship

The model of the self-unloading wagon impresses with its authentic color scheme in typical DR freight car brown. Intricate engravings, finely reproduced unloading flaps and harmonious lettering make the wagon an eye-catcher on any layout. The robust design ensures high operational reliability even in daily use on the model railroad.

Technical features & special functions

Equipped with an NEM 362 coupling shaft and close coupling kinematics, the car can be easily integrated into existing train formations. The separately available AC wheel set (item 40196) also allows use on AC systems - maximum flexibility for all model railroaders.

Historical background

Self-unloading wagons like this one were indispensable in freight traffic in the GDR - whether for the transportation of ore, gravel or coal. The Deutsche Reichsbahn used them throughout the country. Their practical unloading system enabled the efficient handling of large quantities of bulk goods - a symbol of the economical rail freight transport of Era IV.

Compatibility & expansion options

Compatible with all common H0 track systems and ideal for combining with other DR freight cars, for example flat cars, tank cars or covered freight cars. Several of these wagons look particularly realistic in a block train formation.

Scope of delivery

• DR self-unloading wagon, Ep. IV
• Packaging unit
• Reference to optional AC wheel set (item 40196)

Purchase arguments & target group

A must for friends of East German railroad history and model railroaders who want to expand their freight trains with authentic cars. The car is ideally suited for realistic operational representations and is also ideal for continuous operation due to its solid design.

Recommended purchase

Buy now and secure the Roco 56333 self-unloading wagon as a supplement for your DR freight trains - whether for collection or operation, this model is a worthwhile investment! Available at Modellbahnshop.de - while stocks last!

Features:

• Finely detailed model of a DR self-unloading wagon
• Era IV - ideal for GDR train sets
• Length over buffers: 138 mm
• Coupling shaft according to NEM 362 with KK kinematics
• Optional AC wheel set available (Art. 40196)
• Color scheme in DR freight car brown