DB GI22 Krauss-Maffei Van III

DB GI22 Krauss-Maffei Van III

Details:

Bring a piece of German railway industrial history to your layout with the Märklin 46592 DB Gl 22 “Krauss-Maffei” Boxcar, a finely detailed H0 scale (1:87) freight wagon representing a classic Deutsche Bundesbahn covered goods wagon in its late 1950s operating condition.

This model depicts a Type Gl 22 “Dresden” interchange-design boxcar, used extensively by the Deutsche Bundesbahn during Epoche III (circa 1950s–1960s). These wagons formed the backbone of post-war German freight traffic, transporting general goods across the national network. The short-wheelbase design without handbrake, brakeman’s platform, or end doors reflects the standardised, cost-efficient construction typical of the period.

This special edition model is part of Märklin’s “historical locomotive factories” collector series, featuring distinctive Krauss-Maffei factory advertising livery, celebrating one of Germany’s most important locomotive manufacturers. The detailed printing, truss rod underframe, and fine running boards make this both a highly realistic freight wagon and a collectible display piece.

Features:

• H0 scale (1:87) DB Type Gl 22 covered goods wagon.
• Special “Krauss-Maffei” locomotive factory promotional livery.
• Prototype condition circa 1959 (Epoche III).
• Finely detailed truss rod underframe and running boards.
• Part of Märklin’s 3-part historical locomotive factory series.
• Length over buffers: approx. 13.9 cm.

Historical Background

The Gl 22 “Dresden” type was one of the most widely used covered freight wagon designs in Germany, serving Deutsche Bundesbahn’s general goods traffic after the Second World War. Its simple and robust design made it suitable for a wide range of cargo types, contributing significantly to the reconstruction-era freight network.

The special “Krauss-Maffei” branding reflects Germany’s industrial heritage, highlighting the role of locomotive manufacturers in shaping European railway development.