Märklin 42520 H0 Express Train Passenger Car B4uewe 2nd Class DB

This Märklin H0 express train passenger car, class B4uewe of the Deutsche Bundesbahn, is a finely detailed model for your layout. With a length over buffers of 282 mm and a minimum operating radius of 360 mm, it brings realistic long-distance passenger service to your railway.

Overview

The model represents a 2nd class express train passenger car (Schnellzugwagen) of the Deutsche Bundesbahn (DB) in Era III. It features a highly detailed interior, Minden-Deutz bogies, and a close coupling mechanism for prototypical spacing between cars.

What stands out

• Prepared for interior lighting (e.g., Märklin 73400/73401)
• Current-conducting couplings for power supply from locomotive or other cars
• NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Convertible for DC (2-rail) operation with appropriate wheelsets

Technical details

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Gauge: 16.5 mm
• Era: III (1949-1970)
• Railway company: Deutsche Bundesbahn (DB)
• Car type: Express train passenger car (Schnellzugwagen)
• Class: 2nd class (B4uewe)
• Road number: 11 007 Stg
• Length over buffers: 282 mm
• Coupling: NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Interior: Highly detailed interior fittings
• Lighting: Prepared for interior lighting
• Current system: Märklin AC (3-rail), convertible to DC (2-rail)
• Minimum radius: R1 (360 mm)
• Bogies: Type Minden-Deutz
• Material: High-quality plastic body, metal chassis
• Series: Märklin H0 Assortment
• Release year: 2000

Our verdict

A superbly detailed express train car that adds realism to any H0 layout, with lighting readiness and current-conducting couplings for seamless operation.