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Märklin 88976 Z Gauge BR 050 Steam Locomotive, Era III, Pre-assembled

Märklin 88976 Z Gauge BR 050 Steam Locomotive, Era III, Pre-assembled
Märklin 88976 Z Gauge BR 050 Steam Locomotive, Era III, Pre-assembled
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On a compact Z gauge layout, this pre-assembled Märklin 88976 steam locomotive brings the German Federal Railroad's BR 050 class to life. Modelled in 1:220 scale, it captures the look of the prototype with fine detailing and a die-cast metal chassis for reliable running.Key specificationsGauge: Z Ga... Read More
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Stock 2 Code 3499876 Brand MÄRKLIN Model 88976 Warranty 2 Years

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On a compact Z gauge layout, this pre-assembled Märklin 88976 steam locomotive brings the German Federal Railroad's BR 050 class to life. Modelled in 1:220 scale, it captures the look of the prototype with fine detailing and a die-cast metal chassis for reliable running.

Key specifications

  • Gauge: Z Gauge
  • Scale: 1:220
  • Prototype: German Federal Railroad (DB)
  • Locomotive type: Steam locomotive
  • Series/Class: BR 050
  • Road number: 050 058-9
  • Era: III (1949-1970)
  • Power system: Analog DC
  • Motor: 5-pole high-efficiency motor
  • Lighting: Triple headlights (directional)
  • Length over buffers: 112 mm
  • Minimum operating radius: 145 mm
  • Chassis material: Die-cast metal
  • Boiler/tender material: Plastic
  • Coupling: Standard Z gauge coupling
  • Traction tires: Yes
  • Detailing: Fine prototypical detailing
  • Assembly status: Pre-assembled

Why choose it

With its high-efficiency motor and traction tires, this locomotive offers smooth operation even on small layouts. The directional triple headlights add realism, and the die-cast metal chassis provides excellent pulling power.

Ideal use cases

  • Z gauge model railway layouts
  • Collectors of German Federal Railroad models
  • Modellers focusing on Era III operations

Good to know

The locomotive is ready to run out of the box, requiring no assembly. It is designed for analog DC operation and can negotiate curves with a minimum radius of 145 mm.

Specifications
Brand
Märklin
Category
Model Railway Locomotive
EAN
4001883889764
Model
88976
MPN
88976
Theme
German Federal Railroad (DB)
Type
Steam Locomotive
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