Piko 58528 H0 - Wittenberg 2nd class driving trailer Maas-Wupper-Express, Era VI

H0 scale Wittenberg 2nd class driving trailer “Maas-Wupper-Express” Era VI

This model of the Wittenberg type driving trailer, 2nd class, operated by the private company GfF on the Maas-Wupper-Express services, represents a modern regional railway vehicle. The driving trailer enables push-pull operation, allowing trains to run in both directions without repositioning the locomotive.

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Length: 303 mm
• Manufacturer: PIKO
• Non-powered model (driving trailer)
• Prepared for installation of a function decoder (for lighting control)
• Lighting: directional white/red lights
• Additional lighting: illuminated destination display and driver’s desk lighting
• Interior lighting: can be retrofitted (PIKO #56293)
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Couplings: NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Details: separately applied handrails, finely engraved bogies and body
• Proportions: true-to-scale 1:87 design
• Livery represents a vehicle operated by private railway company GfF

The model stands out with its high level of detail and advanced lighting features, enhancing realism during operation. The option to install a function decoder allows digital control of lighting functions without affecting traction, as the model is not powered.

About Wittenberg driving trailers:

Wittenberg driving trailers are characteristic control cars used in regional railway services, primarily in Germany and across Europe. Their defining feature is the driver’s cab located at one end of the car, enabling push-pull operation without turning the train.

Modernized versions, such as the one represented here, are widely used by regional and private operators. Their versatility and operational efficiency make them an essential component of contemporary passenger train formations.

About the manufacturer – PIKO:

PIKO is a well-known manufacturer of model railways, offering a wide range of locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories. The brand is recognized for its detailed craftsmanship, reliable performance, and high-quality construction appreciated by hobbyists worldwide.