Primex von Märklin

What is "Primex"?

Primex - this was the name for a special model train programe offered by Märklin between 1969 and 1992 which consisted not only of trains, tracks or transformers but also of an interesting choice of accessoires for the layout.

Allthough quite popular among "real" model railroaders as well as among beginners because of its interesting versions of Märklin models, in the last years even revised constructions - Primex was discontinued in 1992.

These sites are supposed to remember this fascinating part of model railway history. It not only shows all Primex trains ever built, but also describes what were the distinctions of Primex. It shows the simplifications of the early Primex trains as well as what Märklin components were used for the revised constructions of the late years.

These sites are based on the information which were at the author's disposal. Unluckily not much information can be found about this topic, also in the internet. Several information on these sites are based on the author's own experience and point of view. If you can contribute something to this topic, please don't hesitate to inform the author via email!

I also want to thank several other model train enthusiasts for their help on these sites!

Please note: there are several pictures of Primex packings shown on these sites. The packings (i.e. their designs) are copyrighted by Primex Spielwaren GmbH and Gebr. Märklin & Cie GmbH, Göppingen, as well as the "Primex" name is a registered trademark!

These sites are part of Florian's Railway Page