Tillig 17935 TT Gedeckter Güterwagen G Karlsruhe, DRG, Ep. II

Tillig 17935 TT Gedeckter Güterwagen G Karlsruhe, DRG, Ep. II Product Details

Description

Are you looking for a historic freight car for your Era II TT layout?

With the Tillig 17935 TT Covered Freight Car G Karlsruhe from the Deutsche Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft (DRG), you can bring a genuine piece of railroad history to your model railroad layout. This model authentically reflects freight traffic of the 1920s and 1930s and is ideal for realistic Era II train scenes in 1:120 scale.

Based on a prototype from the early days of the Deutsche Reichsbahn

The G Karlsruhe was a widely used standard freight car of the DRG and is considered one of the classic examples of covered freight cars from that era. It was used for a wide range of applications in general cargo transport, for supplying rural areas, and even for military purposes, and remained in service on German railways well into the postwar period.

Finely detailed TT-scale model with a historic look

The model impresses with its authentic reproduction of the typical design, featuring riveted side walls and sliding doors. The richly detailed decals featuring historical DRG lettering and the classic gray-brown color scheme make this car a highlight of any Era II layout—whether operated as a single car or in a consist with other prewar vehicles.

Scale and Technical Details

The car is designed for the TT nominal size at a scale of 1:120 and runs on a track gauge of 12 mm. With its compact length over buffers of 81 mm, it is also ideal for smaller layouts or shunting-intensive operational dioramas. Thanks to its NEM coupler mount and close-coupling mechanism, the car is reliable in operation and compatible with standard coupler systems.

Perfect for historic train formations from Era II

Whether combined with Prussian freight cars, early locomotives, or as part of a typical 1930s transfer freight train—the G Karlsruhe is a versatile classic for your collection. It looks particularly realistic when paired with steam locomotives such as the BR 55, BR 75, or early Einheitslokomotiven.

Available in the model railroad shop

Get the Tillig 17935 TT Covered Freight Car G Karlsruhe—a highly detailed model from the golden age of the DRG. A 2026 release that’s a must-have for any Era II layout—now available for historically-oriented model railroaders!

Features:

• Gauge: TT (1:120), 12 mm
• Model: G Karlsruhe Covered Freight Car
• Railroad company: Deutsche Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft (DRG)
• Era: II (approx. 1920–1950)
• Length over buffers: 81 mm
• Coupler: NEM shaft with close-coupling mechanism
• Fine DRG lettering in the style of the 1930s
• Authentic riveted construction reproduced in the model