Description: Marklin Z-scale Mini Club 8876Rail Zeppelin Excellent condition like new One time series from 1982. On June 21, 1931, Franz Kruckenberg's Schienenzeppelin (Rail Zeppelin) set a railway speed record that would stand for 20 years! Traveling on a track between Hamburg and Berlin, the prototype high-speed railcar sped along at 230 km per hour for approximately 20 km. The Rail Zeppelin was never put into production, but it attracted attention wherever it went. A BMW airplane engine was used to power a four-blade wooden propeller that pushed the light-weight railcar through the air. The construction of the body was similar to the then-popular Zeppelin airships and the interior was spartan; this train was not luxurious. The failure of the Rail Zeppelin has been attributed to everything from the dangers of using an open propeller in crowded railway stations to competition between Kruckenberg's Flugbahngesellschaft company and the Deutsche Reichsbahn's separate efforts to build a "Fliegende Zuege". The Schienenzeppelin was, however, an important part of the evolution of high speed passenger rail transport and continues to attract the attention of railroad fans and hobbyists. Märklin GmbH, German, established in 1859, has been making models of the Rail Zeppelin since 1932.The Z 8876 is the only version that has the prototypically correct length. It was issued as a one year item in 1982 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Z-scale model railroading. Tested and in great condition. Propeller is geared to the motor and spins as the locomotive is powered. In excellent condition like new, re-lubed and tested OK, In original box with a booklet of the history. Price tags on box Payment Information for 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 auction win is sent to one address. We normally ship within 24 hours of receipt of payment. 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 bidding/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.Return Policy: I accept returns if notified within 30 days of receipt of the item. The item must be returned in the same condition as when shipped.
Price: 239.95 USD
Location: Napa, California
End Time: 2024-11-18T01:04:23.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Märklin
Year: 1982
Scale: Z
Features: Limited Edition
MPN: 8876
Grading: C-8 Like New
