• 1/72 scale German Dampflokomotive BR86 plastic model kit by HobbyBoss (Kit No. 82914)
• Represents the historic Deutsche Reichsbahn Class 86 (BR 86) steam locomotive, widely used on German railways during World War II
• The German term Dampflokomotive means steam locomotive
• Developed as a versatile standardised tank locomotive (Einheitslokomotive) for passenger, freight and branch-line railway operations
• Features the distinctive 2-8-2T wheel arrangement, consisting of four coupled driving axles, a leading axle and a trailing axle
• Captures the characteristic large steam boiler, smokebox, chimney, side-mounted water tanks and enclosed driver's cab
• Unlike tender locomotives, the BR86 carried its water and coal supplies directly on the locomotive
• Designed for efficient operation on secondary railway lines, including routes with relatively tight curves
• The original BR86 was developed during the late 1920s, with production beginning in 1928
• Approximately 775 BR86 locomotives were constructed between 1928 and 1943
• Equipped with a two-cylinder superheated steam engine driving the coupled wheels
• The original locomotive had a maximum operating speed of approximately 70 km/h
• Designed to handle both passenger and freight trains across Germany's extensive railway network
• The BR86 became a familiar sight on German branch lines, industrial railways and regional transport routes
• During World War II, German railway locomotives played an essential role in transporting military supplies, equipment, personnel and civilian freight
• BR86 locomotives operated within the wider German railway system supporting wartime logistics
• The design combined relatively compact dimensions with useful hauling power and operational flexibility
• Following WWII, surviving BR86 locomotives continued operating in both East and West Germany
• Several examples have been preserved by railway museums and heritage railway organisations
• 1/72 scale provides an impressive railway modelling subject suitable for military and historical dioramas
• Ideal for collectors of WWII German railway equipment, steam locomotives, military logistics and historic European railways
• Excellent companion to German railway wagons, WR 360 diesel locomotives, BR52 steam locomotives and WWII military vehicles
• Suitable for wartime railway stations, military supply depots, industrial yards and European railway dioramas
• Can be displayed as a standalone locomotive or incorporated into a larger historical railway scene
• Offers excellent opportunities for realistic black locomotive finishes, red running gear, metallic details and weathered steam engine components
• Ideal for adding coal dust, soot deposits, oil stains, rust streaks and railway grime for an authentic operational appearance
• The exposed driving wheels, connecting rods and steam locomotive machinery provide an interesting painting and detailing project
• A distinctive addition to any WWII railway collection, representing an important example of German steam locomotive engineering and railway transport history
• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled
• Glue and paint not included
• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+
