Märklin 39490 H0 Express Steam Locomotive Bavarian S 3/6, Road Number 18 490, AC Digital with Sound and Smoke

This H0 scale express steam locomotive replicates the Bavarian S 3/6, a legendary German express locomotive from Era II. The model features a die-cast metal chassis, a powerful controlled high-efficiency propulsion with flywheel, and a built-in mfx+ digital decoder for extensive sound and light functions. The integrated smoke generator produces dynamic, speed-dependent smoke output, enhancing realistic operation. With triple headlights, dual red marker lights, cab lighting, and a flickering firebox, all digitally switchable, this model brings the prototype to life.

Advantages

The Märklin 39490 offers exceptional pulling power and smooth running characteristics thanks to its metal construction and three powered axles with two traction tires. The close coupling with kinematics between locomotive and tender ensures reliable operation on curves with a minimum radius of 360 mm. The mfx+ decoder provides compatibility with Märklin digital systems, DCC, and Motorola, allowing flexible control and access to over 20 sound functions, including operating sounds, whistle, bell, air pump, steam release, coal shoveling, braking, and conductor's whistle.

Suitable for

• Model railway enthusiasts modelling Era II (1920-1949) German railways
• Collectors of Bavarian S 3/6 locomotives or express steam locomotives
• Operators of Märklin AC digital layouts (H0 scale) seeking a high-detail, sound-equipped locomotive

Key specifications

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Era: II (1920-1949)
• Prototype: Bavarian S 3/6 (DRG Class 18.4)
• Road number: 18 490
• Power system: AC (Alternating Current)
• Digital decoder: mfx+ (also DCC and Motorola compatible)
• Sound: Yes, extensive (over 20 functions)
• Smoke generator: Built-in (Märklin 72270)
• Motor: Controlled high-efficiency propulsion with flywheel
• Drive: 3 axles powered, 2 traction tires
• Chassis: Die-cast metal (locomotive and tender)
• Lighting: Triple headlights, dual red marker lights, cab lighting, flickering firebox (LED, digitally switchable)
• Coupling: Close coupling with kinematics between locomotive and tender, NEM coupler pocket on tender
• Minimum operating radius: 360 mm
• Length over buffers: 245 mm
• Condition: Pre-assembled

Recommendations

For optimal operation, use with a Märklin digital central station capable of mfx+ to access all functions. The model is pre-assembled and ready to run; no additional assembly is required.