UK Powerpack for Playmobil Electric Train

[KlickieM]

Hi

We've just bought the engine and coal wagon for set 4032. on a well known auction site.  Looks like we will need to get a power pack to power the train via the brass rails.  Does anybody know if Playmobil still sell them or can one buy an LGB/Piko alternative (if so what should be looking for).  Any help much appreciated.

[zugpferdchen]

Playmobil does not sale transformers any more. You can buy used transformers e.g. in Ebay.
But it's only in Germany very cheap, I think.


You can buy another transformer of UK (LGB-, Piko-, H0 transformer) which has max. 16 V DC (or don't drive full speed).

How many locos do you need?
If you need 3 or more locos, you need a transformer with more power (more amp/ampere), 2 A (amp) or more.

e.g. Piko 35006 has 1,6 amp, Piko 35002 has 5 amp.


The track connector (to the transformer) could also be of LGB (50160) or Piko (35270) - contacts better than Playmobil connector (4351 or 4372)!

[savvas]

i have a 4375 transformer and i have 3 more cars than the set. the speed is not high but it doesn't bother me. if you intend to expand your train with more cars, you definitely need a more suitable power supply 

[zugpferdchen]

What means »3 more cars«, savvas?
cars = wagons (without motor)?
cars = locos (with motor)?

Transformer 4375 has only 0,5 amp. If you have 2 or 3 locos simultaneously, there are very slow, I think.