Roco 6200044 H0 passenger car Bm, 2. Klasse 'Städtexpress', DR, Ep.IV #2

Roco 6200044 H0 passenger car Bm, 2. Klasse 'Städtexpress', DR, Ep.IV #2 Product Details

Description

Roco 6200044 H0 Passenger coach Bm, 2nd class "Städteexpress", DR, Era IV: Supplementary coach for authentic express trains

The Roco 6200044 Deutsche Reichsbahn (DR) Bm passenger coach in " Städteexpress" livery is a perfect addition to your Era IV model railway layout. This model is a "Halberstadt" express train car of the 2nd class and impresses with its detailed reproduction, new components and high-quality workmanship. With a length over buffers of 303 mm and a large number of separately applied details, this car offers everything that demanding model railroaders expect.

Prototype: Comfort in the city express

The Halberstadt express train cars, which were classed as class Bm, were important vehicles in the high-quality local and long-distance service of the German State Railroad. They were used in the well-known city express trains, which provided fast connections between major cities. Characteristic of these coaches are the robust Görlitz type bogies, the continuous rain gutter and the free-standing grab rails, which have also been faithfully reproduced in the model.

Detailed design and new design

This model offers numerous new and unique features:

• Side walls with continuous rain gutter
• Free-standing handle bars for greater attention to detail
• Newly shaped, modified bogies of the Görlitz V design
• Buffer beam can be retrofitted for additional details
• Comfortable interior fittings

The high-quality city express paintwork and the realistic reproduction make this car a highlight on your model railway layout.

Technical features

The Roco 6200044 passenger car has extensive technical equipment:

• Track size: H0 (scale 1:87)
• Type: 2nd class passenger car
• Railroad company: German State Railroad (DR)
• Era: IV (1965-1990)
• Length over buffers: 303 mm
• Coupling: NEM shaft according to NEM 362 with close coupling kinematics (KK kinematics)
• Interior: Available
• Interior lighting: Can be retrofitted
• Bogies: Görlitz V modified
• Power system: DC analog

Compatibility and expansion options

The car is designed for operation on 2-wire DC systems and fits perfectly with other H0 models and express train cars from Roco. Thanks to the NEM coupling system, the car can be easily integrated into existing train formations. In addition, the interior lighting can be retrofitted, which enables an impressive design for night scenarios.

Possible uses on your model railway layout

The carriage is ideal for representing express and city express trains. Typical application scenarios include:

• City express trains and long-distance connections of the German State Railroad
• Operation on main and branch lines
• Reproduction of stations and train sets from Era IV

Thanks to its versatility and high level of detail, the car is an excellent addition to any H0 layout.

Advantages for model railroaders

The Roco 6200044 Bm passenger coach offers numerous advantages:

• Faithful reproduction of a DR city express coach
• Striking details such as continuous rain gutter and free-standing grab rails
• Compatibility with other Roco H0 models
• Interior fittings and retrofittable interior lighting
• Newly shaped bogies for realistic driving characteristics

Care and maintenance

It is recommended to check the wagon regularly for dirt and loose parts. The couplings and bogies should be kept smooth-running and clean. A soft, dry cloth is suitable for cleaning the surfaces.

Conclusion and purchase recommendation

The Roco 6200044 H0 Bm passenger coach is an excellent choice for model railroaders who value true-to-original models and detailed features. With its high-quality workmanship, numerous details and the option of retrofitting interior lighting, this car offers everything necessary for realistic model railroad operation. An ideal addition for express and city express trains of the Deutsche Reichsbahn!

Features:

• Model: Roco 6200044 Bm passenger car, 2nd class
• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Railroad company: German State Railroad (DR)
• Era: IV
• Length over buffers: 303 mm
• Power system: DC analog
• Coupling: NEM 362 with KK kinematics
• Interior: Yes
• Interior lighting: Can be retrofitted
• Bogies: Görlitz V modified
• Freestanding grab irons
• Side walls with continuous rain gutter
• Buffer beam can be retrofitted