Märklin 42580 H0 3-Piece Set DR Passenger Coaches

This three-car set from Märklin brings the Deutsche Reichsbahn of Epoch III to your H0 layout with a level of detail that stands apart from typical passenger car offerings. Each coach features a metal chassis, a plastic body, and type-specific bogies, ensuring both durability and prototypical appearance. The set includes one AB4üe first/second class coach and two B4üe second class coaches, all finished in the classic DR green livery.

Highlights

• Complete 3-car set for H0 scale (1:87) model railways
• Authentic DR green livery with individual road numbers
• Detailed underbody and type-specific bogies
• Prepared for interior lighting installation
• NEM shafts with close coupling mechanism for realistic spacing

In daily use

With a total length over buffers of 795 mm, the set makes an impressive train on any layout. The close coupling mechanism keeps the coaches close together on straight track while allowing reliable operation on curves down to R1 (360 mm). Interior details are already present, and the coaches are ready for optional interior lighting, enhancing their appearance on evening runs.

Full specifications

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Gauge: 16.5 mm (Standard Gauge)
• Power system: AC (Alternating Current)
• Railway company: DR (Deutsche Reichsbahn)
• Epoch: III (1949-1970)
• Type of rolling stock: Passenger car set
• Number of cars in set: 3
• Car types included: 1x AB4üe (1st/2nd class), 2x B4üe (2nd class)
• Total length over buffers (LüP): 795 mm
• Coupling: NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Interior lighting: Prepared for (optional installation)
• Interior details: Yes
• Minimum operating radius: R1 (360 mm)
• Livery: Green
• Road numbers: Individual road numbers for each car (e.g., AB4üe: 50 50 38-11 001-2, B4üe: 50 50 28-11 001-2, B4üe: 50 50 28-11 002-0)
• Chassis material: Metal
• Body material: Plastic
• Special features: Detailed underbody, bogies specific to type
• Target audience: Collectors, model railway enthusiasts (Age 15+)

Final note

A faithful representation of DR passenger service, ready to enhance your H0 collection.