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Roco 6600428 H0 Set of 3 PTT Mail Cars, Green – Swiss Railway Mail from Era V

Would you like to bring the classic Swiss mail service of the 1990s back to life on your H0 model railroad layout and assemble a varied mail train with different car types? With the Roco 6600428 H0 Swiss PTT Mail Car Set, you can bring three iconic vehicles from the final years of the traditional Swiss rail mail service to your model railroad tracks.

This attractive car set consists of one EW II Z-type rail mail car and two Z2-type mail freight cars. All three vehicles feature the classic green color scheme with a modern postal logo, embodying a special phase in Swiss railway and postal history.

Particularly interesting is the combination of different car types, which was typical of mixed mail trains. The two Z2 mail freight cars feature characteristic side rivet strips that define the vehicles’ appearance. Together with the rail mail car, they form a varied train set that looks impressive both in operation and on display.

Swiss Railway Mail History – When the Mail Still Traveled by Train

For many decades, the railroad played a central role in the transport of letters, packages, and other mail within Switzerland. The Swiss Postal, Telephone, and Telegraph Service (PTT) utilized an extensive fleet of special rail mail and mail freight cars for this purpose.

While some classic rail mail cars were equipped for processing and sorting mail during transit, mail freight cars were primarily used to transport larger quantities of pre-sorted mail.

The combination of these different vehicle types enabled efficient mail transport between major train stations and distribution centers.

The final major phase of operation for the green PTT mail cars

In the 1990s, Swiss rail mail service was undergoing a period of transformation. New logistics concepts, changes in transport processes, and the increasing automation of mail processing led to a gradual restructuring of traditional rail mail operations.

Nevertheless, the distinctive green mail cars bearing the modern postal logo remained a familiar sight on Swiss railways.

The Roco 6600428 car set captures precisely this interesting transitional period and allows you to recreate a mixed mail train from the late operational period of the classic PTT vehicles.

Three different Swiss mail cars in one attractive set

The particular strength of the Roco 6600428 lies in its varied composition. Instead of three identical cars, the set contains different car types that differ in their construction and original intended use.

This creates a particularly authentic look, characteristic of mixed Swiss mail trains.

Rail Mail Car Type EW II Z – A Classic of Swiss Postal Transport

The EW II Z-type rail mail car is based on the design of the Swiss Standard Cars II and is one of the interesting special-purpose vehicles of the former PTT.

Such rail mail cars were an important part of traditional Swiss mail transport and enabled the carriage of mail on the railroad network.

The car’s distinctive shape is reminiscent of classic Swiss passenger cars and adds variety to the appearance of the mixed mail train.

In the Roco car set, this rail mail car provides an interesting contrast to the two mail freight cars.

Two Type Z2 Mail Freight Cars – Distinctive Vehicles for Parcel Transport

The two Type Z2 mail freight cars complement the rail mail car to form a harmonious train set.

Mail freight cars were used to transport large volumes of mail and were a familiar sight on Swiss railways for many years.

Particularly striking on the two Roco models are the rivet strips along the sides. These characteristic design details highlight the unique construction of the cars and give them a distinctive appearance.

The design complements modern Swiss mail cars perfectly, allowing for interesting combinations within a larger mail train.

Classic green livery with a modern postal logo

All three cars in the Roco 6600428 set feature the characteristic green paint scheme of the Swiss PTT.

The modern postal logo highlights the depicted operational status and ensures a uniform appearance for the entire train set.

It is precisely the combination of the traditional green color scheme and modern lettering that makes these vehicles particularly interesting.

A harmonious overall appearance despite different car types

Although the EW II Z rail mail car and the two Z2 mail freight cars served different purposes, their shared color scheme creates a harmonious train set.

At the same time, the different car body shapes provide visual variety.

This makes the set ideal for model railroaders who not only collect individual vehicles but also want to create complete and prototypical train formations.

Prototype-accurate design with characteristic details

With this car set, Roco places special emphasis on depicting the different car designs.

The cars impress with their characteristic superstructures, period-appropriate design, and coordinated color scheme.

The two Z2 mail-and-freight cars, in particular, stand out due to their side rivet strips, which are a key feature of their exterior appearance.

Side rivet strips as a distinctive feature

The side rivet strips give the Z2 cars a distinctive structure and ensure a three-dimensional representation of the car bodies.

Especially upon closer inspection, these details contribute to the authentic appearance.

Combined with the modern postal logo, this creates an interesting blend of classic car design and contemporary lettering.

With interior fittings for a harmonious model design

The cars in the set are equipped with an interior.

This complements the exterior design and contributes to a convincing overall impression.

This is an appealing feature for model railroaders who enjoy examining their vehicles up close or running them on detailed station layouts.

Recreating mixed Swiss Post trains from Era V

The Roco 6600428 car set is ideal for depicting Swiss mail service in the 1990s.

The combination of one rail mail car and two mail freight cars already provides an attractive foundation for a standalone mail train.

By adding additional matching mail cars, the train set can be further extended and made more varied.

Authentic mail trains between Swiss cities

Rail-based mail transport connected major cities and mail distribution centers.

Especially on main lines, mail cars were a familiar part of railroad operations.

With the Roco car set, you can recreate these train journeys on a Swiss H0 model railroad layout.

Particularly interesting are scenes featuring a mail train that is ready to depart or is just pulling into a larger station.

Varied shunting maneuvers at the mail station

The set also offers numerous possibilities for shunting operations.

For example, the cars can be positioned on a mail loading track, coupled together to form a longer train, or moved by a switching locomotive.

A station with a post office building, a loading ramp, and several siding tracks provides a fitting backdrop for this.

Suitable Swiss Locomotives for the PTT Mail Train

Various electric locomotives from the Swiss Federal Railways are suitable for hauling a Swiss mail train from Era V.

Of particular interest are locomotives that were used in a variety of ways in passenger and freight service at the time.

SBB Re 4/4 II – The classic Swiss all-purpose locomotive

A particularly suitable locomotive for this purpose is the SBB Re 4/4 II.

This well-known Swiss electric locomotive was in service for decades pulling a wide variety of train types and is ideal for depicting historic mail trains.

With its characteristic design and various color schemes, it pairs well with the green PTT cars.

Other Suitable Swiss Locomotives

Other contemporary SBB electric locomotives can also be used for appropriate mail train formations.

Depending on the route being depicted and the era, suitable models such as the Re 4/4 III or Re 6/6 may be considered.

This opens up a wide range of possibilities for varied train formations on Swiss model railroads.

Expansion Options with Additional Swiss Postal Cars

The Roco 6600428 set can be perfectly complemented with additional Swiss mail cars.

Of particular interest are additional Z-5 parcel-mail cars, which were also used by the Swiss PTT.

Combining different types of mail cars creates a longer and more varied train formation.

An interesting addition: the Roco Z-5 parcel cars

Suitable additions include, for example, the Roco mail car models 6600241, 6600242, and 6620242.

These replicate Swiss Z-5-type parcel mail cars and allow for interesting train formations with different car types.

The models with digitally controllable tail lights are particularly suitable as the last cars in a mail train. Be sure to select the version compatible with the respective power system.

NEM coupling shaft with close-coupling kinematics

The cars in the Roco 6600428 set feature NEM 362 coupler sockets with close-coupling kinematics.

This allows for the use of compatible model railroad couplers to connect the cars to one another or to other vehicles.

The close-coupling kinematics support a realistic car spacing and ensure a harmonious appearance, especially on longer mail trains.

Flexible Combination with Other H0 Vehicles

Thanks to the standardized coupler mounts, the cars can be combined with numerous compatible H0 models from various manufacturers.

This makes the set ideal both for supplementing existing Swiss train sets and for building a new historic mail train.

Retrofittable interior lighting for atmospheric station scenes

The cars are prepared for retrofitting interior lighting.

With suitable lighting, the models can be effectively showcased, especially in evening station scenes.

An illuminated mail loading area or a larger station with mail cars on hand provides an interesting backdrop for this.

More atmosphere on the model railroad layout

Especially with historic mail trains, appropriate interior lighting can further enhance the overall impression.

Combined with illuminated platforms, signals, and station buildings, this creates a vivid depiction of Swiss railway operations.

The appropriate Roco interior lighting is designed for retrofitting.

Also adaptable for compatible AC systems

The Roco 6600428 car set is designed for the H0 two-wire DC system.

The non-motorized cars can be used on compatible analog and digital two-wire systems.

Corresponding AC wheel sets are provided for use on compatible three-wire AC systems.

With the appropriate conversion, the cars can thus also be integrated into existing AC train sets.

A special car set for collectors of Swiss railway history

The Roco 6600428 is particularly aimed at model railroaders interested in historic Swiss postal transport.

The combination of one EW II Z railway mail car and two Z2 mail freight cars makes this set a diverse addition to Swiss H0 collections.

In particular, the green color scheme, the modern postal logos, and the characteristic riveted side strips on the Z2 cars ensure high recognition value.

The set also offers an attractive foundation for model railroaders who wish to build complete train formations.

Roco 6600428 – Three Swiss PTT Mail Cars for Authentic Train Formations

With the Roco 6600428 H0 3-piece set of Swiss PTT mail cars, you can expand your model railroad layout with three distinctive vehicles from the final years of service of the classic green Swiss mail cars.

The combination of one EW II Z rail mail car and two Z2 mail freight cars creates a varied train composition. The modern postal logos, the riveted bands on the sides, and the period-appropriate color scheme underscore the historical character.

Thanks to the close-coupling mechanism and the option to retrofit interior lighting, the set offers interesting possibilities for collectors and active model railroaders.

Bring the era of the green Swiss mail trains back to life on your model railroad layout! Get the Roco 6600428 PTT Mail Car Set in our model railroad shop and create an impressive Era V mail train featuring three distinctive Swiss special-purpose cars.

Features:

• Manufacturer: Roco
• Item Number: 6600428
• EAN: 9005033398552
• Product: Set of 3 Swiss PTT mail cars
• Car Types: Railway mail cars and mail freight cars
• One Type EW II Z railway mail car
• Two Type Z2 mail freight cars
• Operator: Swiss PTT (Postal, Telephone, and Telegraph Services)
• Gauge: H0
• Scale: 1:87
• Era: V
• Mixed mail train from the final years of service of the green PTT cars
• All three cars feature a green color scheme
• All cars feature the modern postal logo
• Z2 mail freight car with riveted side bands
• Prototype-based design of various types of mail cars
• Equipped with interior fittings
• Power system: DC analog / two-wire DC
• Suitable for compatible analog and digital H0 two-wire layouts
• Interior lighting can be retrofitted
• Matching interior lighting: Roco 40420
• Coupler: Socket per NEM 362
• With close-coupling mechanism
• AC wheel set part numbers for a possible conversion: Roco 40195 and 40196
• Overall length over buffers: 597 mm
• Compatible with suitable Swiss locomotives from Era V
• Ideal for historic Swiss mail trains
• An interesting addition to the Roco Z-5 mail cars
• Suitable for Swiss train stations, mail loading points, and marshalling yard scenes
• An attractive collector’s set for enthusiasts of Swiss railway and postal history

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