Märklin 26931 H0 Metropolitan Express Train (MET) DB AG Digital mfx+ Limited Edition

The Märklin 26931 H0 Metropolitan Express Train (MET) is a digitally controlled train set featuring an electric locomotive and three passenger cars, fully equipped with mfx+ decoders and extensive sound functions. This limited edition model replicates the iconic DB AG Metropolitan service in 1:87 scale, delivering authentic operation and immersive sound for advanced model railroaders.

Advantages

The locomotive and cars are equipped with current-conducting close couplers, ensuring reliable electrical connection throughout the train. Warm white LED lighting with direction-dependent headlights and marker lights, plus digitally controllable interior lighting in the passenger cars, create a realistic night-time appearance. The mfx+ decoder provides automatic registration with Märklin digital systems and supports a wide range of sound functions, including operating sounds, horn, station announcements, and conductor's whistle.

Suitable for

• Collectors of limited edition Märklin models
• Advanced model railroad enthusiasts with Märklin digital layouts
• Fans of modern German electric trains and the Metropolitan service

Key specifications

• Gauge: H0 (1:87 scale)
• Era: VI (1990–present)
• Power system: AC, digital mfx+
• Train composition: BR 101 electric locomotive, 1st class compartment car Apmz 116.0, 1st class open saloon car Avmz 109.5, dining car WRmz 137.1
• Total length over buffers: 107.6 cm
• Minimum operating radius: 360 mm
• Lighting: triple headlights and dual red marker lights, direction-dependent, warm white LEDs; interior lighting in passenger cars
• Sound: extensive digital sound functions
• Couplings: close couplers with guide mechanism, current-conducting between cars
• Locomotive body and chassis: metal
• Car bodies: high-quality plastic
• Special features: limited edition, pantographs manually adjustable (non-functional for power pickup)

Recommendations

This set is ideal for experienced Märklin digital users who value sound and lighting features. Due to the minimum radius of 360 mm, it is best suited for layouts with broad curves. The current-conducting couplers and integrated interior lighting enhance the realism of passenger operations.