Märklin 39479 H0 Electric Locomotive BR 101 Advertising Livery 'Deutschland-Takt' DB AG, MHI Special Edition

Equipped with an mfx+ digital decoder and extensive sound functions, this H0 scale model of the DB AG class 101 electric locomotive in the special 'Deutschland-Takt' advertising livery is a Märklin Händler Initiative (MHI) exclusive.

Overview

The Märklin 39479 is a highly detailed H0 scale model (gauge 16.5 mm) of the Deutsche Bahn AG class 101 electric locomotive. It features the eye-catching 'Deutschland-Takt' advertising livery and is released as a special edition for the Märklin Händler Initiative (MHI). The model is designed for 3-rail AC operation and is equipped with a controlled high-efficiency propulsion system with flywheel.

What stands out

• mfx+ digital decoder with extensive sound functions including operating sounds, horn, and station announcements
• LED lighting with warm white and red direction-dependent lights, plus driver's cab and engine room lighting
• Long-distance headlights and shunting light functions
• Die-cast metal chassis for excellent running characteristics
• NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Minimum operating radius of 360 mm

Technical details

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Gauge: 16.5 mm
• Era: VI
• Length over buffers: 21.9 cm
• Power system: 3-rail AC
• Digital decoder: mfx+
• Motor: Controlled high-efficiency propulsion with flywheel
• Lighting: LED (warm white/red, direction-dependent)
• Special lighting functions: Driver's cab lighting, engine room lighting, long-distance headlights, shunting light
• Couplings: NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Chassis material: Die-cast metal
• Body material: Plastic
• Year of release: 2019

Our verdict

A superb collector's model with full digital sound and lighting features, dressed in a striking advertising livery that stands out on any H0 layout.