Translated Description from PIKO: Novelty 2024: In order to speed up and simplify the change of direction in terminus and turning stations, DB AG procured control cars for long-distance trains with a speed of up to 200 km/h from 1996 onwards. Among other things, twelve pressure-coated IC control cars were manufactured. In 2009, DB AG started the IC mod. project to modernize the over 40-year-old Intercity wagon fleet. The PIKO model of the modernized IC control car, in combination with the matching cars, enables the creation of prototypical long-distance train sets on the garden railway system. The model impresses with its harmonious paintwork and printing, detailed interior design and excellent driving characteristics. The model is prepared for the easy retrofitting of interior lighting.
