NEW Tillig 95781 TT 'VTG' Tank Car, DB, Era III

Tillig 95781 TT 'VTG' Tank Car, DB, Era III

Are you looking for a compact tank car for your TT layout that fits the early Bundesbahn era and features a distinctive VTG design? The Tillig 95781 TT Tank Car 'VTG', DB, Era III depicts a “VTG” tank car registered with the DB. The model has been announced as a fall 2026 release and is aimed at model railroading enthusiasts who wish to specifically expand their Era III fleet.

The car combines the TT scale with a reference to the DB and the “VTG” design. According to the product description, the model was developed with the kind support of VTG GmbH. This gives the tank car a clear classification and makes it particularly suitable for collectors and layout operators who value clearly labeled car models.

“VTG” tank car, registered with the DB

The model is classified as Era III. According to the provided information, this era encompasses the early Bundesbahn and Reichsbahn periods from approximately 1949 to 1970. It is characterized by the independent development and modernization of the railway systems in the Federal Republic of Germany and the German Democratic Republic.

Epoch III also represents a phase of structural change. The information provided mentions the expansion of diesel and electric train operations, while steam locomotive-hauled trains gradually declined. The development of a modern fleet of rolling stock and new safety technology is also among the characteristics described for this period.

For the TT nominal size at a scale of 1:120

The Tillig 95781 is designed in the TT scale. The scale is 1:120, and the track gauge is 12 mm. With a length over buffers of 74 mm, the car is a compact model suitable for TT train formations.

For layout operation, the tank car is equipped with a coupler mount and close-coupling mechanism. This allows the model to be incorporated into corresponding TT trains and adds a VTG-version tank car to the fleet.

Fall 2026 release for Era III layouts

For those looking to expand their TT collection with a DB tank car from Era III, the Tillig 95781 is a perfect new fall release for 2026. The combination of the VTG version, DB livery, close-coupling mechanism, and compact length makes this model an interesting addition for collectors and layout operators.

Get the Tillig 95781 TT “VTG” DB Tank Car, Era III, and add a tank car with a clear Era III classification to your TT layout.

Features:

• Gauge: TT
• Era: III
• Variant: “VTG”
• Railroad: DB
• Retired from service by DB
• Coupler mount and close-coupling mechanism
• Length over buffers: 74 mm

Specs:

• Type: Tank wagon
• Gauge: TT
• Rail Company: DB
• Rail Company: DB
• Era: III
• Type: Tank wagon
• Era: III
• Color: Grey
• News: 2026

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CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing! Age recommendation from 14 years.