Tillig 16753 TT Dining Car Wgr, DR, Era IV

Tillig 16753 TT Dining Car Wgr, DR, Era IV Product Details

Description

16753 TT Dining Car Wgr, DR, Era IV – Perfect for Your Nostalgic Model Railroad

The Wgr dining car of the Deutsche Reichsbahn (DR) from Era IV brings the special charm of train travel from days gone by to your model railroad layout. Ideal for train sets that cover longer distances while offering passengers dining options. With this high-quality model, you’ll add a touch of style to your rail network.

The Prototype: Dining Car Comfort on Long-Distance Routes

In the 1960s and 1970s, buffet cars were a staple of many long-distance trains operated by the Deutsche Reichsbahn. They offered passengers hot and cold meals as well as beverages during the journey. The Wgr dining car was used on many major routes both domestically and internationally and was an indispensable part of the DR’s long-distance and express trains.

A detailed replica with features faithful to the original

The Wgr buffet car model features high-quality printing and fine details. Window frames, doors, and lettering correspond to the historical prototype from Era IV. The car’s interior has also been faithfully reproduced, so that the buffet area and seating are recognizable in the model.

Retrofittable interior lighting for atmospheric scenes

Thanks to the pre-wired interior lighting (Item No. 08866), you can also use the buffet car for nighttime runs or atmospheric station scenes. The lighting gives the car a realistic appearance and particularly highlights details in the interior.

Easy coupling and integration into train sets

The buffet car is equipped with a coupling mount and close-coupling mechanism, which enables easy and secure connection to other cars. Combine the Wgr dining car with other matching DR passenger cars to recreate authentic train sets.

Typical uses of the dining car

The Wgr buffet car was primarily used on DR long-distance trains such as the Städteexpress and D-trains. Typical routes ran between East Berlin, Leipzig, Dresden, and other major cities. This model fits perfectly into scenes featuring long passenger trains or in storage yards where trains are being prepared for their next departure.

Conclusion: An indispensable model for DR enthusiasts

The DR Wgr dining car is an ideal addition for collectors and model railroaders who want to recreate Era IV trains. With its authentic appearance, detailed interior, and the option to retrofit interior lighting, this model sets new standards in realism and versatility.

Features:

• Gauge: TT
• Scale: 1:120
• Track width: 12 mm
• Era IV
• Railroad company: DR
• Length over buffers: 155 mm
• Equipped with interior details
• Can be retrofitted with interior lighting (Item No. 08866)
• Coupler mount and close-coupling mechanism
• Not suitable for children under 14 years of age
• Manufacturer: Tillig