Trix 23165 DB Type Bylb 421 Passenger Car 2nd Class

Description

Trix 23165 DB Type Bylb 421 Passenger Car – 2nd Class (HO Scale)

Step back into the golden era of German rail travel with the Trix 23165 DB Type Bylb 421 2nd Class Passenger Car. This meticulously crafted HO scale model replicates the iconic “center entry” coaches of the Deutsche Bundesbahn (DB), renowned for their distinctive design and widespread use in lightweight express trains (LS) during the 1970s and 1980s.

Prototype Overview

• Railway Operator: Deutsche Bundesbahn (DB)
• Coach Type: Bylb 421 – “center entry car”
• Era: IV (circa 1984)
• Livery: Ocean Blue and Ivory
• Home Station: Hagen Hauptbahnhof
• Typical Route: Hagen – Brügge (Westphalia)

These coaches were a staple in regional express services, offering efficient boarding through centrally located doors and a comfortable travel experience for passengers.

Model Highlights

• Scale: HO (1:87) – compatible with OO/HO gauge layouts
• Length over Buffers: 282 mm (11-1/8 inches)
• Minimum Radius: 360 mm (14-3/16 inches)
• Construction: High-quality plastic body with detailed underframe
• Interior Lighting: Factory-installed LED lights
• Couplers: Current-conducting close couplers
• Bogies: Minden-Deutz heavy design with double brake shoes and type D 62s generator
• Additional Features:
  • Red transparent marker light inserts at both ends
  • Separate parts for restroom downpipes and push-pull train control lines
  • Digitally controllable interior lighting when used with a decoder-equipped cab control car

Ideal For

This model is perfect for enthusiasts aiming to recreate authentic DB regional express trains from the late 20th century. Its detailed features and compatibility with digital control systems make it a valuable addition to any HO scale layout.

Complementary Models

To complete your train consist, consider pairing this coach with:

• Trix 23175: BDylf 457 Cab Control Car
• Trix 22827: Diesel Locomotive suitable for hauling these coaches

These models are designed to work seamlessly together, providing a cohesive and realistic train formation.