Märklin 46278 H0 Wagon couvert Gs des NS

Era IV covered freight car with prototypical K-brake system and finely detailed lettering.

Overview

The Märklin 46278 is an H0 scale (1:87) model of a covered freight car (Gs) used by the Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). It features a metal chassis and plastic body, with a length over buffers of 115 mm. The car is equipped with a NEM shaft and close coupling mechanism, and is compatible with Märklin H0 AC (3-rail) systems. The running number is 21 84 123 4 567-8 P.

What stands out

• Prototypical K-brake system
• Finely detailed, prototypical lettering and markings
• Close coupling mechanism for realistic train spacing
• Metal chassis for added weight and stability

Technical details

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Gauge: H0 (16.5 mm standard gauge)
• Railway company: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
• Car type: Covered freight car (Gs)
• Era: IV (1965-1990)
• Length over buffers: 115 mm
• Coupling: NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• System: Märklin H0 AC (3-rail) compatible
• Chassis material: Metal
• Body material: Plastic
• Running number: 21 84 123 4 567-8 P
• Number of axles: 2
• Minimum operating radius: 360 mm (Märklin R1)
• Brake system: Prototypical K-brake system

Our verdict

A finely detailed model of a classic NS covered freight car, ideal for Era IV layouts and Märklin AC operation.