Roco 6600367 H0 3er Set Güterwagen USATC Ep.II

Roco 6600367 H0 3er Set Güterwagen USATC Ep.II Product Details

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Roco 6600367 H0 Set of 3 Freight Cars USATC Ep. II – Historic Freight Train of the U.S. Army Transport Corps

Would you like to build an extraordinary historic freight train on your H0 model railroad layout and recreate an interesting chapter in international railroad history? The Roco 6600367 three-piece freight car set from the United States Army Transportation Corps (USATC) brings three different Era II freight cars to your tracks. The set consists of a four-axle high-sided freight car, a two-axle covered freight car, and a four-axle covered freight car. With a total length of 380 mm and close-coupling mechanism, the set is ideal for creating historical transport trains and as a complement to the USATC Class S160 American steam locomotives.

Prototype: The United States Army Transportation Corps during World War II

During World War II, the railroad played a crucial role in the supply and transport of goods. The United States Army Transportation Corps was responsible for extensive military transport operations and utilized various types of rail vehicles to meet these demands. In addition to specially developed steam locomotives, numerous freight cars were needed to transport materials and supplies by rail. The American S160-class wartime locomotives, in particular, were designed for use on various railroad networks. The Roco 6600367 car set takes up this historical theme and allows you to recreate a characteristic USATC freight train set on a 1:87 scale.

Three Different Freight Cars for Versatile Transport Tasks

The Roco car set combines three different car types. The four-axle high-sided car, based on its real-world counterpart, is suitable for transporting weather-resistant goods and bulk cargo. The set is complemented by a two-axle covered freight car, whose enclosed car body protects the cargo from the elements. The third component is a four-axle covered freight car. The different numbers of axles, car lengths, and body types result in a varied train composition. Especially when combined with other historic freight cars, this set can be used to create an impressive freight train.

Historic Freight Cars for Authentic Railroad Scenes

The combination of an open high-sided car and two covered freight cars highlights the diversity of historic rail freight transport. While open cars were used for suitable, non-perishable cargo, covered cars enabled the protected transport of a wide variety of goods. The two four-axle cars provide an interesting contrast to the shorter two-axle freight car. This gives the set a varied appearance and makes it ideal for depicting historic freight yards, transport depots, and international freight train routes. The Roco 6600367 is therefore a suitable choice for model railroaders who wish to expand their layout with special railroad vehicles from Era II.

Model Design & Close-Coupling Mechanism

The three Roco freight cars are designed for H0 gauge at a scale of 1:87 and are intended for operation on DC two-wire layouts. All cars feature NEM 362 coupler sockets with close-coupling kinematics. This feature allows for the use of compatible close-coupling couplers and ensures a consistent car spacing within the train formation. With a total length over buffers of 380 mm, the set forms an interesting group of cars that can be used in both shorter historical freight trains and longer transport formations.

Ideal complement to the Roco S160 2253 steam locomotive of the USATC

The Roco S160 2253 steam locomotive of the United States Army Transportation Corps offers a particularly interesting combination option. This historic American wartime locomotive is also known by the nicknames “The Yank” and “Rattlesnake.” The striking red special edition is available under item number 7100058 as an analog DC locomotive, under 7110058 with DCC sound, and under 7120058 as an AC sound model. The three freight cars in the Roco 6600367 set are a perfect thematic match for this locomotive series. Together with the Roco 6600358 two-piece USATC tank car set, you can create a varied historical transport set with a total of five freight cars. For an AC center-conductor track system, be sure to use suitable car wheel sets.

An attractive car set for USATC collectors and railroad historians

The Roco 6600367 combines three different historical freight car designs into an interesting set representing the U.S. Army Transportation Corps. The combination of a four-axle high-sided car and two covered freight cars with different axle counts offers versatile options for authentic train formations. This set is an attractive addition, especially for collectors of international railroad rolling stock, enthusiasts of USATC steam locomotives, and model railroaders focusing on Era II. Expand your historic transport train with the Roco 6600367 Freight Car Set and bring a fascinating piece of international railroad history to your H0 model railroad layout!

Contents:

• 1 four-axle high-sided car from the USATC
• 1 two-axle covered freight car from the USATC
• 1 four-axle covered freight car from the USATC

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Era: II
• Railroad company: USATC
• Car set with 3 different freight cars
• Car Types: High-sided cars and covered freight cars
• Various two- and four-axle car designs
• Historical design of the United States Army Transportation Corps
• Power system: DC analog
• Coupler: NEM 362 with close-coupling kinematics
• Matching locomotive: Roco S160 2253
• Matching accessory set: Roco 6600358
• Overall length over buffers: 380 mm