Märklin 46850 H0 SBB Sputnik 2-Car Sliding Wall Wagon Set

Experience the precision of Märklin's H0 scale SBB Sputnik sliding wall wagon set, featuring two 16.1 cm cars with close coupling kinematics for realistic operation on R1 curves.

Overview

This Märklin 46850 set includes two detailed sliding wall cars (Schiebewandwagen) in the livery of the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB), representing era VI. Each car is built with a metal chassis and plastic body, ensuring durability and fine detail. The cars are equipped with NEM coupler pockets and a close coupling mechanism, allowing for prototypical spacing between vehicles. The set is designed for AC operation but can be converted to DC by exchanging the wheelsets (Märklin E700580).

What stands out

• Two-car set with different operating numbers for variety.
• Close coupling kinematics for realistic train consists.
• Metal chassis for stability and weight.
• Convertible to DC operation with optional wheelsets.
• Detailed construction faithful to the Habillns prototype.

Technical details

• Gauge: H0 (1:87 scale)
• Railway company: SBB
• Era: VI
• Car type: Sliding wall car
• Length over buffers per car: 16.1 cm
• Total length over buffers: 32.2 cm
• Coupler: NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Minimum radius: R1 (360 mm)
• Recommended age: 15+ years

Our verdict

A superb addition for any H0 layout, offering authentic Swiss rolling stock with excellent running characteristics and conversion flexibility.