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Märklin

Märklin is one of the world’s most prestigious and historic manufacturers of model railways. Founded in 1859 in Göppingen, Germany, the brand is synonymous with precision engineering, durability and innovation in the model train world.

Märklin is especially renowned for its three-rail AC system, a distinctive technical choice that ensures excellent electrical reliability and smooth operation, even on complex layouts. The brand offers an exceptionally wide range of products, covering multiple scales such as H0 (1:87), Z (1:220) and Gauge 1, with locomotives, rolling stock, track systems and digital control solutions.

A pioneer in digital model railroading, Märklin introduced advanced technologies like Digital, mfx and mfx+, allowing automatic locomotive recognition, realistic sound functions and highly immersive operation. Many Märklin models are celebrated for their metal construction, finely detailed finishes and long-term robustness, making them equally appreciated by collectors and active operators.

Today, Märklin represents a perfect balance between tradition and modern technology, appealing to generations of enthusiasts who value authenticity, technical excellence and the unmistakable “Made in Germany” quality.
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Märklin will attend the following events:
Hobbymesse Leipzig | Leipzig, DE Oct 2 - 4, 2026
Faszination Modellbau | Friedrichshafen, DE Oct 30 - Nov 1, 2026
Märklin attended the following events:
INTERMODELLBAU | Dortmund, DE Apr 16 - 19, 2026
ON TRAXS | Utrecht, NL Mar 20 - 22, 2026
Faszination Modellbahn | Mannheim, DE Mar 6 - 8, 2026
Savoie Modélisme | Chambéry, FR Nov 1 - 2, 2025

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Märklin - Latest announced miniatures:

DB - Elektrolokomotive E 03

Recommended retail price: 479,00 €

DB - Passenger coaches set

Recommended retail price: 299,00 €

Class 185.2 Electric Locomotive

Recommended retail price: 269,00 €

Class 185.2 Electric Locomotive

Recommended retail price: 329,00 €

Märklin - Now available miniatures:

Schnellzug-Dampflokomotive Baureihe 01

Recommended retail price: 299.00 €

SBB CFF FFS - Triebwagen Roter Pfeil

Recommended retail price: 3,290.00 €

Niederbordwagen Res

Recommended retail price: 59.99 €

Hochbordwagen-Set Eanos-x

Recommended retail price: 129.00 €

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Märklin - Latest official shorts / reels:

So bauen wir die Baureihe E10 | #märklin Prodktion

26/05/2026

Zugpackung Spalter Bockl in der #Märklin Produktion

10/05/2026

Kesselringe sind Kunst und Handarbeit bei #Märklin

24/04/2026

Viel Handarbeit an der #Märklin Elektrolokomotive Baureihe 186

13/04/2026

Wir bauen die neue Baureihe 249 | #Märklin Produktion

28/03/2026

Wir fahren ein Handmuster | #Märklin Clubmodell Baureihe 06

25/03/2026

Vorserien in der Märklin Produktion | Clubmodell Baureihe 06

13/03/2026

#Märklin Produktion der Elektrolokomotive Baureihe 193

27/02/2026

Märklin Production in Göppingen | Class 132 Ludmilla

13/02/2026

Back on the Tracks - The Wonderful World of Märklin Model Railways - Then and Now

06/02/2026

Märklin Production of the German Wine Route Car Pair | Printing

30/01/2026

Building a Model Railway with the Märklin Starter Pack Freight Train (29065) | Unboxing

26/01/2026

Märklin Production of the Diesel Locomotive V 60

20/01/2026

Märklin Big Boy with 24 Karat Gold

20/01/2026

Märklin Museum Car 2025

19/12/2025

Märklin Desiro HC Train from bwegt

16/12/2025

Märklin Production of the Electric Locomotive Re 4/4 II

16/12/2025

Back on the Tracks

27/11/2025

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