Märklin 39721 H0 Electric Locomotive 1824 Strukton Rail B.V. with mfx+ Sound and Motorized Pantograph

Equipped with an mfx+ digital decoder and a motorized, digitally controllable pantograph, this H0 model of the Strukton Rail 1824 electric locomotive delivers exceptional operational realism for Märklin 3-rail AC systems.

Overview

The Märklin 39721 is a finely detailed H0 scale (1:87) model of the electric locomotive 1824 operated by Strukton Rail B.V. The prototype belongs to the 1800 series, originally built for the Dutch Railways (NS) as classes 1600/1700. This special edition, released as the Märklin Insider Model 2021, captures the locomotive in Era VI condition.

What stands out

• Motorized pantograph that can be raised and lowered digitally, a rare feature in H0 models.
• Extensive sound functions including driving sounds, horn, station announcements, compressor, fan, braking squeal, and shunting whistle.
• Metal body and chassis for excellent pulling power and durability.
• Digitally switchable cab lighting and engine room lighting.
• Triple headlights and dual red marker lights, direction-dependent and digitally controllable.

Technical details

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Gauge: H0 (16.5 mm standard gauge)
• Power system: Märklin AC (3-rail)
• Decoder: mfx+ digital decoder
• Motor: Controlled high-efficiency propulsion with flywheel
• Traction tires: 2
• Lighting: LED, triple headlights and dual red marker lights, direction-dependent, digitally switchable; cab lighting and engine room lighting digitally switchable
• Pantograph: Motorized, digitally controllable
• Coupling: NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Minimum radius: 360 mm
• Length over buffers: 217 mm
• Prototype: Electric locomotive series 1800 (ex-NS 1600/1700)
• Operator: Strukton Rail B.V.
• Era: VI (2007 - Present)
• Special edition: Märklin Insider Model 2021

Our verdict

A standout model for collectors and operators seeking advanced digital functions and authentic sound in a robust metal construction.