Kato 10-2130 DB Type ET425 Suburban Train 'DB Regio' 4 Cars Set (N scale)

The DB ET425 suburban electric multiple unit serves regional transport across Germany. This AC electric train operates as Regional Express and S-Bahn services in areas including Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Hanover, and Berlin. Introduced between 1999 and 2008 to replace the older ET420 sets and locomotive-hauled trains, a total of 249 sets were produced. The real train is a 4-car articulated set with lightweight aluminum bodies and can operate coupled for longer formations. It is commonly seen running alongside ICE4, Thalys PBKA, and various TGV trains.

Key features

- Updated exterior reflecting recent specifications with the REGIO logo removed

- Different car numbers from previous releases; destination and area-specific markings are reproduced using included sticker sheets

- Accurate overseas-style design and fine exterior details

- Articulated intermediate sections faithfully reproduced; coupled operation of cab cars is possible

- Distinctive red and white livery and finely printed side markings

- Interior seats modeled in blue

- Smooth, quiet performance using a slotless motor

- Head and tail lights illuminate with an on/off switch

- Front and side destination displays are printed plain black; destination stickers included to replicate different regional configurations

- DCC friendly

- Compatible with interior lighting kit Kato 11-211 (11-212)