{"product_id":"herbst2026-mae-h0-38449","title":"Märklin 38449 – Type GE ES44AC Diesel Locomotive · NS – H0 1:87","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Norfolk Southern ES44AC includes factory-fitted dynamic smoke and digitally controlled number boards, cab lights and high beam. Two axles per truck are powered, four in total. Parts are supplied to fix the NEM pocket when using knuckle couplers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMärklin 38449 adds this version to the H0 range at 1:87: Type GE ES44AC Diesel Locomotive. This record brings together prototype, equipment and operating information to help with model and layout selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEquipment and dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eManufacturer \/ reference\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMärklin 38449\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eScale \/ ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eH0 \/ 1:87\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRailway company\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNS\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEra\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eVI\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel \/ set length\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e270 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePowered axles\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDigital equipment\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003emfx+\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSound functions\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eincluded\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLED lighting\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eincluded\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCab lighting\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eincluded\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEnergy buffer \/ capacitor\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eincluded\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRunning number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e8136\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEAN\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e4001883384498\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePrototype and context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis version represents the railway company or theme NS, era VI. These details and the documented prototype period provide a useful basis for a coherent train formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLayout planning and compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Märklin H0 version uses the centre-contact three-rail system on 16.5 mm track. For locomotives the electrical system is essential; a corresponding Trix H0 two-rail version is a different reference. With cars, wheelsets, couplers and any electrical supply must be considered together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA compatible digital controller provides access to the lighting and sound functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDelivery and availability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial order: currently available from the manufacturer, checked on 27 October 2026. This is not advertised as our own stock. Estimated delivery is 6–9 working days after ordering, subject to continued manufacturer availability.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScale model for adult collectors aged 15 and over. Manufacturer photos show the model configuration; scenery and layout equipment outside the described contents are not automatically included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Märklin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64112196256074,"sku":"38449 - maerklin - go","price":499.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/9802\/5915\/files\/m-38449-01.jpg?v=1793057587","url":"https:\/\/iberplace.com\/en\/products\/herbst2026-mae-h0-38449","provider":"Iberplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}