Märklin HO 37557 - Italian State Railways FS Class 460 Freight Locomotive Product Description Märklin Article No. 37557 - Italian State Railways (FS) Class 460 freight locomotive No. 460 037 in black livery with tender. Era III (1949-1970). This extraordinary H0 scale (1:87) model represents a former Prussian G 8.1 heavy freight locomotive that was transferred to Italy after World War I and became one of the most numerous and successful freight locomotives in Italian railway history. Special Edition: Export model for Italy. One-time series manufactured in 2002. Technical Features Digital decoder with Motorola format High-efficiency precision motor with bell-shaped armature and flywheel in boiler 4 axles powered with 2 traction tires for heavy freight hauling capability Metal frame, boiler and tender construction for authentic weight Digitally controlled headlights - operational in both conventional and digital modes Digital functions include: Directional headlights (F0) Smoke generator contact (F1) - prepared for 72270 smoke generator installation Acceleration and braking delay control with 6021 Control Unit Engineer's cab with interior details Permanent close coupling between locomotive and tender Many separately applied detail parts Authentic Italian State Railways paint scheme in black Length over buffers: 21.0 cm (8¼") Power: AC 3-rail (Märklin system) Era: III (1949-1970) Road number: 460 037 Packaging: Original factory box with documentation Item Condition & Terms This locomotive has been carefully preserved in private collection storage since original purchase. The item was tested upon acquisition and again prior to this listing to confirm operational functionality. Comes complete with original factory packaging and documentation materials, which show age-appropriate wear. The locomotive itself remains in as-new, unused condition and has never been operated on a layout. Please review all photographs carefully - only items visible in the images are included in this sale. Shipping: Courier service only for reliable, tracked delivery. International Buyers: Please note that the seller does not ship to the USA due to unpredictable customs clearance procedures. Bidders requiring USA delivery should not place bids. Listing Transparency: This product description was compiled with AI assistance. As this item is no longer in production, the seller has relied significantly on AI-assisted research to provide accurate specifications and historical context. The seller is committed to transparency and accuracy, and encourages prospective bidders to independently validate all information before bidding.