NEW Roco 6600362 H0 Doppeltaschen-Tragwagen T2000 Cargonet + Blue Water
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Roco 6600362 H0 Doppeltaschen-Tragwagen T2000 Cargonet + Blue Water Product Details
Roco 6600362 H0 T2000 CargoNet Double-Pocket Flatcar with Two Blue Water Truck Trailers – Era VI
Would you like to create a modern freight train with realistic truck trailer transport on your H0 model railroad layout? The Roco 6600362 Sdggmrs/T2000 double-pocket articulated car from CargoNet brings combined road-and-rail freight transport right to your tracks. This Era VI model is already loaded with two truck trailers from the Blue Water freight company and impresses with its sturdy die-cast metal construction and separately attachable folding latches. With a length over buffers of 390 mm, this modern pocket car is an impressive addition to international freight trains.
Modern combined freight transport with the Roco T2000 CargoNet
Combined transport is one of the most important modes of modern European freight transport. In this process, truck trailers, swap bodies, and containers are transported over long distances by rail.
The Sdggmrs/T2000 double-pocket articulated car was developed specifically for these transport tasks. Its design allows it to carry two truck semi-trailers on a single articulated car.
Roco has produced this modern freight car type as a CargoNet H0 model with the part number 6600362. The two included semi-trailers from the Blue Water freight company make the car an interesting addition to modern Era VI freight trains.
CargoNet and Blue Water – Two Companies in International Freight Transport
CargoNet – Rail Freight Transport in Scandinavia
CargoNet is a major player in Scandinavian rail freight transport. In particular, the transport of containers, swap bodies, and truck trailers plays a key role in intermodal transport.
By shifting transport to rail, large volumes of freight can be moved over long distances. Especially in Scandinavia, with its long distances, intermodal transport offers interesting transportation options.
The Roco T2000 double-pocket car embodies this modern transport concept and allows for the representation of such freight trains on model railroads.
Blue Water – International Transportation and Logistics Solutions
Blue Water is an internationally active logistics company with Scandinavian roots. The company offers transportation and logistics services for various industries.
The two Blue Water truck trailers give the Roco model a particularly interesting look and underscore the international character of combined freight transport.
With this combination of CargoNet flatcars and Blue Water semi-trailers, you can recreate a modern freight train with a Scandinavian theme on your H0 layout.
Two Blue Water truck trailers are already included in the set
A special highlight of the Roco 6600362 is that it comes pre-loaded with two truck trailers from the Blue Water freight forwarding company.
The semi-trailers complement the double-compartment car to form a complete transport unit. This allows the car to be integrated directly into a modern freight train.
Especially in long combined-transport trains, pocket cars with different loads create a varied appearance.
The Blue Water semi-trailers also make this car an interesting addition for collectors of modern freight and logistics vehicles in H0 scale.
Sturdy die-cast metal construction
Roco manufactures the T2000 double-compartment articulated car from die-cast metal. This construction provides the model with a solid foundation and underscores the high-quality design of the freight car.
This construction method is particularly well-suited for replicating modern articulated cars, which are used in real life to transport heavy cargo units.
With a length over the buffers of 390 mm, the model makes an impressive appearance on an H0 model railroad layout.
The combination of die-cast metal construction and the two truck trailers makes the Roco 6600362 an interesting vehicle for modern freight transport.
Separately attachable folding latches for a detailed design
Another special feature of the Roco T2000 is the separately attachable folding latches.
These components are part of the pocket car’s equipment and complement the detailed reproduction of its design.
The separately molded elements offer model railroad enthusiasts the opportunity to equip the car accordingly and highlight the characteristic design of the prototype.
This design is particularly appealing to collectors who value additional details and a prototype-accurate design.
The Sdggmrs/T2000 – Special Freight Car for Combined Transport
The Sdggmrs/T2000 double-pocket articulated car is one of the specialized freight cars used in combined transport.
Its unique design allows for the transport of two truck trailers on a single car. The pocket design serves to secure the trailers in a suitable position on the rail vehicle.
This allows truck trailers to be transported over longer distances by rail, while delivery to the final recipient can still be made by road.
The Roco 6600362 replicates this transport principle on a 1:87 scale and allows for an interesting depiction of modern logistics processes on your model railroad layout.
Short-coupling kinematics and NEM 362 coupling shaft
The Roco double-pocket car features a NEM 362 coupler socket with close-coupling kinematics.
This allows the model to be equipped with suitable coupling systems and integrated into existing H0 freight trains.
The close-coupling mechanism supports a prototypical car spacing and facilitates the formation of modern block trains.
The model is designed as standard for use on H0 DC layouts.
Can also be converted for use on AC layouts
The Roco 6600362 comes with DC wheel sets. For use on suitable H0 AC layouts, the wheel sets can be replaced accordingly.
Roco specifies AC wheel set part number 40195 for this purpose.
This makes the double-pocket car an attractive option for model railroading enthusiasts who wish to operate modern freight trains on an AC track system.
Before converting the model, the specific requirements of the track system being used should be taken into account.
Matching Locomotives and Other Freight Cars
The CargoNet double-pocket freight car is particularly well-suited for modern freight trains of Era VI.
An interesting combination can be created with electric locomotives used in Scandinavian freight service. These include, for example, the Railpool TRAXX 185 704-5 in service with CargoNet.
Other container cars, pocket cars, and modern freight cars can also be combined to create varied train formations.
With several combined-transport cars, you can create an impressive freight train that replicates the transport of truck trailers and other loading units by rail.
Who is the Roco 6600362 suitable for?
The Roco T2000 double-pocket carrier is particularly aimed at model railroad enthusiasts who want to recreate modern freight trains and international logistics routes.
Collectors of CargoNet vehicles will find this an interesting freight car featuring two Blue Water semi-trailers.
For fans of Scandinavian railways, the model offers the opportunity to depict combined road-rail freight transport.
Model railroaders who want to assemble long block trains with different truck trailers will also benefit from the included cargo and the sturdy die-cast metal construction.
Roco 6600362 – Modern CargoNet Pocket Car with Blue Water Trailers
With the Roco 6600362, you’re choosing a modern Era VI double-pocket articulated car that enhances combined freight transport on your H0 model railroad.
The two Blue Water truck trailers, the die-cast metal construction, and the separately attachable folding latches are among the special features of this model.
Thanks to the NEM 362 coupler housing with close-coupling kinematics, the car can be integrated into compatible modern freight trains.
Expand your modern freight operations with this attractive transport unit! Get the Roco 6600362 CargoNet T2000 Double-Pocket Carrier with two Blue Water truck trailers and bring international intermodal transport to your H0 model railroad layout.
Features:
- Manufacturer: Roco
- Item Number: 6600362
- Model: T2000 Double-Compartment Articulated Car
- Car Class: Sdggmrs/T2000
- Railroad Company: CargoNet
- Freight Forwarder: Blue Water
- Gauge: H0
- Scale: 1:87
- Era: VI
- Car Type: Double-pocket articulated car
- Car Material: Die-cast metal
- Cargo: Two truck trailers from the Blue Water freight company
- Locking latches: Attachable separately
- Power system: DC analog
- Coupler: NEM 362 socket with short-coupler kinematics
- AC wheel set part number: 40195
- Length over buffers: 390 mm
- Prototype application: Combined freight transport
- Suitable for: Modern H0 freight trains of Era VI
- Contents: One double-compartment articulated car with two Blue Water truck trailers and separately attachable folding bolts
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CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing! Age recommendation from 14 years.