Märklin 43831 H0 DB AG Commuter Control Car 2nd Class

Adding a prototypical control car to your H0 commuter train set can be challenging, especially when you need reliable lighting and close coupling for realistic operation. The Märklin 43831 solves this by providing a detailed DB AG control car with LED lighting and a prepared interior for easy upgrades.

Who is it for

This model is for H0 scale model railroaders who model German railways in Era V and want to add a second class control car to their commuter trains. It is ideal for those using the Märklin 3-rail AC system and looking for a car with authentic details and lighting.

Main features

• Detailed plastic body with metal chassis
• Direction-dependent triple headlights and dual red marker lights using LED technology
• Prepared for interior lighting (e.g., Märklin 73400/73401)
• NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Current-conducting couplings prepared
• Detailed interior fittings including driver's cab

Specifications

• Scale: H0
• Gauge: 16.5 mm (Standard Gauge)
• Railway Company: Deutsche Bahn AG (DB AG)
• Type of Rolling Stock: Commuter Control Car (Nahverkehrs-Steuerwagen)
• Car Class: 2nd Class
• Era: V
• Length over Buffers: 282 mm
• Power System: AC (Alternating Current) for Märklin 3-rail system
• Road Number: 50 80 80-35 001-0
• Minimum Operating Radius: R1 (360 mm)
• Chassis Material: Metal
• Body Material: Plastic

Tips

For full interior illumination, install the optional Märklin interior lighting kit (73400 or 73401). The current-conducting couplings allow for easy power distribution when using additional lighting or functions in a train consist.