AC/DC « Cover You In Oil » Tank Car - Märklin 46530 H0

Attention, item on reservation. Delivery November 2026.

The Märklin 46530 is an H0 model at the 1:87 scale dedicated to the rock universe of AC/DC. It represents a standard four-axle tank car whose decoration is inspired by the cover artwork of the single “Cover You In Oil”, released in 1996. This complete series of Märklin rolling stock in the colors of the Australian group is an original piece for an AC/DC-themed train consist.

The model stands out for its full digital printing, applied across the entire body to reproduce the visual identity associated with the “Cover You In Oil” title. The livery directly echoes the oil/petroleum theme suggested by the song, giving this wagon a special place among decorative collectible wagons in railway modeling.

In real rail transport, a tank car is used to carry liquid or gaseous bulk products. Its tank allows shipments such as fuels, oils, chemical products, or other liquid goods, depending on its design and equipment. Bogie tank cars, like the one evoked by this model, are suited to hauling heavy loads and covering long distances on rail networks.

The Märklin model takes the silhouette of a standard four-axle tank car. It is equipped with pressed sheet-metal bogies and special bogies designed to ensure particularly smooth running. The added brake-shoe platform, the access ladder, and the fitted walkway enhance the vehicle’s presentation and highlight the characteristic equipment of a tank car.

Designed for H0 track, this wagon naturally fits into a 1:87 scale miniature layout. It can run on its own as a display piece or be integrated into a train dedicated to the AC/DC universe. Its graphic theme lets you build a Rock’n’Roll train with other decorated items devoted to the band, or add a musical and offbeat touch to an H0 network.

The model is supplied for Märklin systems. For operation on a two-rail DC layout, the E32376004 wheelsets are required and are available separately. Wheelsets for Trix Express, reference E33339010, are also available separately.

With its instantly recognizable AC/DC decoration, the Märklin 46530 tank car combines the pleasure of H0 railway modeling with rock iconography. It is aimed at Märklin fans, collectors of decorative wagons, and AC/DC enthusiasts who want to enrich their themed consist.

Technical features:

• Brand: Märklin
• Reference: 46530
• Type: standard four-axle tank car
• Theme: AC/DC “Cover You In Oil”
• Scale: H0, 1:87
• Full digital printing
• Pressed sheet-metal bogies
• Special bogies for smooth running
• Brake-shoe platform
• Added access ladder and walkway
• Length over buffers: 14.2 cm
• Wheelsets for two-rail DC system required: E32376004, available separately
• Trix Express wheelsets available separately: E33339010

Wheelsets for 2-rail operation can be changed on request when placing your order.