PIKO 23603 H0 DB Silberling 2nd Class Passenger Coach

The PIKO 23603 recreates the iconic Silberling 2nd class coach of the Deutsche Bundesbahn in H0 scale. Its detailed interior and prototypical livery set it apart from simpler models, while the close coupling mechanism ensures realistic train formations.

Highlights

• Faithful replica of the DB Silberling passenger coach, era IV
• Detailed interior and highly detailed bogies
• Prepared for interior lighting (retrofit possible)
• NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism for realistic operation

In daily use

This coach is ready for DC operation and handles a minimum radius of 358 mm, making it suitable for most H0 layouts. The length over buffers is 282 mm, and the standard H0 gauge of 16.5 mm ensures compatibility with other rolling stock.

Full specifications

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Railway company: Deutsche Bundesbahn (DB)
• Era: IV
• Coach type: Silberling passenger coach
• Class: 2nd class
• Power system: DC
• Coupling: NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Length over buffers: 282 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Interior: Yes, detailed interior
• Interior lighting: Prepared for retrofit
• Bogies: Highly detailed
• Livery: Prototypical paint scheme and lettering
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Product type: Passenger coach
• Gauge: 16.5 mm

Final note

A must-have for DB era IV layouts, the PIKO 23603 combines authentic detailing with reliable performance.