Märklin Start up 041712 H0 2nd Class Open Saloon Coach for ICE 2, BR 806.3, Era VI, AC, 1:87

Model railway enthusiasts running a Märklin H0 layout can expand their ICE 2 high-speed train with this 2nd class open saloon coach. The car carries the Deutsche Bahn AG livery of road number BR 806.3 and fits seamlessly into Era VI operations on AC three-rail systems.

Key specifications

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Gauge: 16.5 mm standard gauge
• Railway company: Deutsche Bahn AG (DB AG)
• Train type: ICE 2 (Intercity-Express 2)
• Coach type: Open saloon coach (Großraumwagen)
• Class: 2nd class
• Road number / series: BR 806.3
• Era: VI
• Power system: AC / 3-rail
• Coupling: NEM coupler pocket with close coupling mechanism
• Interior: Detailed interior fittings
• Windows: Tinted
• Lighting preparation: Prepared for interior lighting (e.g., Märklin 73150)
• Minimum operating radius: 360 mm
• Product line: Märklin Start up
• Body material: High-quality plastic
• Chassis material: Metal
• Length over buffers (LüP): 303 mm

Why choose it

This coach brings authentic ICE 2 composition to your layout with its faithful DB AG livery and detailed interior. The close coupling mechanism allows realistic close coupling between cars, while the lighting preparation lets you add interior illumination for evening operations.

Ideal use cases

• Extending a Märklin Start up ICE 2 train set
• Building a complete Era VI high-speed train consist
• Adding passenger capacity to a layout with 360 mm minimum radius curves

Good to know

The coach is designed for AC three-rail systems and features a metal chassis for stable running. It is part of the Märklin Start up line, making it suitable for beginners and experienced modellers alike.