© AP6.0
Gauge 1 Marklin (Märklin)
Scale 1:32
(will work on LGB G track and power)
16075
Propeller driven Kruckenberg Rail Zeppelin
Prototype: Propeller driven Kruckenberg Rail Zeppelin. Unit as it looked in 1931 on the German State Railroad Company (DRG). Era II.
Model: Reproduction of the two-axle Märklin I Gauge model of 1930. In appearance it looks like the historic Märklin-model, but it is technically updated in construction. It can be run on current 1 Gauge two-rail track (cannot be run on three-rail track). Built-in digital decoder for operation with DC power, AC power, Märklin Digital, or Märklin Systems. One axle powered from a current 1 Gauge motor. Powered propeller on the rear of the unit. Built-in interior lighting as well as dual headlights and a red marker light, both with incandescent light bulbs. These lights are on all of the time. The body and frame of this Rail Zeppelin reproduction are prototypically made of metal with finer details imprinted on the metal. Minimum radius for operation 1,020 mm / 40-3/16\". Rail Zeppelin length approximately 56 cm / 22-1/16\".
Highlights:
One-time series
Reproduction close to the historic Märklin original in appearance.
Built-in digital decoder.
Powered propeller on the rear of the unit.
The #16075 Märklin Rail Zeppelin was produced in a one-time series only in 2006. You had tosubmit a preorder request to Marklin.
From Marklin to their customers:
The production of a complex project such as this requiring much specialized handwork is of necessity limited by existing manufacturing capacity. For this reason, only those customers, who demonstrate their interest in this Rail Zeppelin by placing their order with their authorized dealer by March 31, 2006, will have a reasonable probability of acquiring this product. However, we reserve the right to adjust the order quantity to the production quantity dictated by tht manufacturing capacity.
If the minimum quantity set for the project is not reached by May 31, 2006, we reserve the right to halt further development for business reasons. In this situation we would be under no obligation to deliver.
History:
Airplane Technology on Rails
In the 1920s, aeronautical engineer Franz Kruckenberg, born in Uetersen, Germany in 1882, had the vision of fast railroad passenger service with propeller-driven railroad cars. The plans developed by him were based on lightweight airplane technology and reached their peak on June 21, 1931 in a triumphant record run by his streamlined Rail Zeppelin. It reached 233 km/h / 146 mph, a speed record for powered rail car that stood for 23 years. The principle of propeller-driven railroad cars proved to be less than ideally suited in the course of test runs. Yet, Kruckenberg laid the foundation for modern, lightweight high speed rail cars with the Rail Zeppelin and axle-powered successor designs developed by him. The Rail Zeppelin was and still remains a legend and synonym for the rapid progress in railroad technology that has reached its peak in the present with the current high speed powered rail car train technology. It is very probable that the 1 Gauge model of the Rail Zeppelin introduced by Märklin shortly after the record run also contributed greatly to keeping the memory alive down to the present of this proponent of technology from the steam era, which was still in full swing at that time. The new Märklin metal model is an almost identical reproduction of the rare Rail Zeppelin collector\'s model of 1931. A closer look at the new model will reveal that the third rail pickup shoe is missing, since the new model is designed for operation on current 1 Gauge two-rail track. In addition, it has a digital decoder and a current 1 Gauge motor.

Display model, in original box
Display model in like new condition,model has some small rubbing marks from box storage and box has storage wear. Includes manual.
Payment Information for US purchases:
- We use USPS for light packages and UPS for heavier items. We use USPS to international locations.
- We offer reduced shipping when more than one sale win is sent to one address.
- We normally ship within 24 hours of receipt of payment.
- California Residence pay Sales Tax
International buyers, please note:
- Import duties, taxes, and charges (typically collected upon delivery or pick up) are the buyer\'s responsibility and are not included in the item price or shipping charges. Please check with your country\'s customs office prior to offerding/buying to determine what these additional costs will be.
Congress enacted the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 and we must now note that these ARE NOT TOYS, AND ARE NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY CHILDREN UNDER AGE OF 14. These products are Model Railroad Equipment and Accessories intended for use by adults.
Returns Policys:
- I accept returns if notified within 14 days of receipt of the item. The item must be returned in the same condition as when shipped.
- The buyer is responsible for shipping and fees.
On Nov-23-06 at 10:42:48 PST, seller added the following information:
