Märklin 42490 H0 3-Car Set Express Train Passenger Cars PwPost4ü-28 of the DRG

Model railway enthusiasts building a DRG-era layout will appreciate this set of three express train passenger cars. The set includes a baggage/postal car PwPost4ü-28 and two passenger cars, one 2nd/3rd class BC4ü-28 and one 3rd class C4ü-28, all in the livery of the Deutsche Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft. Designed for H0 scale (1:87) with a gauge of 16.5 mm, these cars are ready for use on AC (3-rail) systems and feature close couplers for reliable operation.

Key specifications

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Gauge: 16.5 mm
• Era: II (1920-1949)
• Railway company: DRG (Deutsche Reichsbahn-Gesellschaft)
• Product type: Express train passenger car set
• Number of cars in set: 3
• Car 1 type: Baggage/Postal car PwPost4ü-28, road number 105 001
• Car 2 type: Express train passenger car 2nd/3rd class BC4ü-28, road number 16 001
• Car 3 type: Express train passenger car 3rd class C4ü-28, road number 16 002
• Length over buffers (each car): 26.5 cm
• Total length over buffers (set): 79.5 cm
• Coupling type: Close couplers (NEM shaft)
• Minimum operating radius: 360 mm (Märklin R1)
• Interior lighting: Prepared for interior lighting (e.g., Märklin 73400/73401)
• Power system compatibility: AC (3-rail)
• Chassis material: Metal
• Body material: Plastic

Why choose it

This set offers a prototypical consist for express trains of the DRG era, with accurate road numbers and detailing. The close couplers and metal chassis ensure smooth running and durability, while the preparation for interior lighting allows for easy upgrades.

Ideal use cases

• Adding realistic express train passenger cars to an H0 layout set in Era II
• Enhancing a DRG-themed collection with a matching set of cars
• Upgrading with interior lighting for night operations

Good to know

The cars are compatible with Märklin AC (3-rail) systems and can negotiate curves with a minimum radius of 360 mm. The set includes three different car types, providing variety for your train consists.