Märklin 46660 VTG Tank Car HO Scale (1:87) Pre-assembled

This HO scale (1:87) freight car is a detailed model of a VTG tank car, ready for use on your model railway. The pre-assembled model features a brown livery with white VTG lettering and running number 737 0 001-7, accurately representing Era IV rolling stock.

Advantages

The car is equipped with a NEM shaft and close coupler mechanism, ensuring reliable coupling and smooth operation on curves with a minimum radius of 360 mm. The metal chassis provides stability, while the plastic body allows for fine detailing, including separately applied handrails and platforms.

Suitable for

• Model railway enthusiasts modelling Era IV (1965-1990)
• HO scale layouts with Märklin R1 curves or larger
• Collectors of VTG freight cars

Key specifications

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Gauge: H0 (16.5 mm)
• Type: Freight car (tank car)
• Railway company: VTG
• Era: IV
• Length over buffers: 146 mm
• Coupler: NEM shaft with close coupler mechanism
• Minimum radius: 360 mm
• Axles: 2
• Chassis material: Metal
• Body material: Plastic
• Assembly status: Pre-assembled
• Livery: Brown with white VTG lettering
• Running number: 737 0 001-7
• Special features: Separately applied handrails and platforms, detailed underframe
• Wheel set compatibility: Can be equipped with DC wheel sets (e.g., E700580) for 2-rail operation

Recommendations

This Märklin tank car is a fine addition to any HO scale freight train, offering authentic detailing and reliable performance.