Updated 16.01.2014

Märklin 003800

Limited s"Sondermodell" locomotive set in 2003, only 2003 sets were made.  I bought it in Oslo in 2006.

Two display tracks are included in the set.
The yellowish tint in the photo comes from a roof lamp I forgot to switch off.

00380-1, DB Br38 38 1967

Different variants of this locomotive has been produced by Märklin since the introduction in 1967, when the 3098 was launched.  Therefore the locomotive number 38 1967.
This locomotive had a Delta decoder originally fitted. I have converted it to digital with the Märklin conversion set 60903. L = 23,7 cm.
I have installed a cllose coupler on the tender.

00380-2, DRG DB Br 38,  38 2003

he new variant, with completely new tooling, was introduced in 2003, hence the 38 2003 locomotive number. L = 21,8 cm.
This is originally fitted with a high power propulsion unit, so I found no reason for any changes.

Some Br38 Prototype information:

Number made:	Approx. 3.800
Production period:	1906 - 1923
End of service:	1974
Axel arrangement:	2'C h2
Total length	18.585 mm
Total weight:	76,69 t
Maximum speed	100 km/h (forwards) 50 km/h (backwards) 85 km/h (backwards with tub tender)
Max. power:	868 kW
Driving wheel diameter:	1.750 mm
Leading wheel diameter:	1.000 mm
Cylinder diameter:	575 mm
Piston stroke:	630 mm
Boiler pressure:	12 bar
Train heating:	Steam

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