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Märklin 88280 — Class 491 Powered Observation Rail Car

Product information "Class 491 Powered Observation Rail Car"

Prototype

Class 491 "Glass Train" electric observation rail car of the German Federal Railroad (DB). With dual lamps on the ends, horns and train radio antenna as well as scissors-type and single-arm pantographs. White aluminum/Olympic blue paint scheme. The rail car looks as it did around 1977.

Model

Completely new development, chassis and body in a combination of metal and plastic. One truck powered by a bell-shaped armature motor. Unobstructed view through the windows. Replica interior and cab. Headlights changing over with the direction of travel, 3 warm white/2 red, with maintenance-free LEDs. High level of detail with a fine, elaborate paint scheme and lettering. Minimum radius for operation 195 mm. Length over the buffers approx. 93.8 mm.

Highlights

  • Completely new tooling
  • Bell-shaped armature motor
  • Warm white/red LED headlights
  • Combined metal/plastic construction
  • Replica interior

The model

Scale Z
Era IV
Catalogue no. 88280
Minimum age 15

Dimensions and identification

Length 183 mm
Weight 103 g
Barcode 4001883882802

Safety notices

For adults only.

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