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Trix[1] (Germany) Construction Sets
Trix metal construction system originated in Germany where it was manufactured from 1930 to 1999. it was also manufactured in several other countries. This entry just deals with the German based system. In the late 1990s the system was taken over by Märklin who then stopped production of it in 1999. A website dedicated to Trix with lots of photos and manual downloads is http://www.trix-metaal.nl/
Trix(1a) - (1930-1941)
Manufacturer / Distributor
Trix Vereinigte Spielwaren-Fabriken, Andreas Förtner & J. Haffner's Nachf. GmbH, Nürnburg, Germany
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for TRIX [1a] (Ref:TRX1a)
Trix
as TRIX (inc MCX)
Germany
1930 to 1941
Steel
3.5x.8 (probably)
3.5x.8 (probably)
33
47 (approximately)
7.8
3.6
3.5 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts:
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Comments
No parts seen.
The MCS document for this system is shown below. It can also be downloaded to your computer if desired here
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Below there are manuals/leaflets which can be downloaded by clicking on the appropriate image.
A German Trix Set 1 leaflet.
Added 14/01/20
A German Trix Set 1A leaflet.
Added 14/01/20
A German Trix Set 1C leaflet.
Added 14/01/20
A German Trix Elektro 12 leaflet.
Added 14/01/20
A German Trix Set 1A leaflet.
A German Trix Set 1B leaflet.
A German Trix Book 1 instruction manual.
A German Trix Book 2 instruction manual.
The German Trix Book 3 instruction manual.
The German Trix Motosand leaflet.
Trix(1b) - (1947-1968)
Manufacturer / Distributor
Trix Vereinigte SpielwarenFabriken, Ernst Voelk KG., Nürnburg, Kreulstr 40, Germany
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for TRIX [1b] (Ref:TRX1b)
Trix
as TRIX (inc MCX)
Germany
1947 to 1968
Steel / Aluminium (Alloy)
M3.5
double-tapped
M3.5
33
50
7.8 (see comment *1)
3.6
3.6
3.5 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
(see comment *2)
Steel with a Brass finish
6.0(see comment *3)
5.9(see comment *4)
Comments
*1 Up to 7.84 found. *2*3*4 Also hex nut & tapered cheese slotted bolt 6.1 6.0.
NOTE - This system is covered in the MCS document above, so it is not repeated.
NOTE - The 'Other Systems Newsletter' pages displayed further up this web page, may also include information on this system/era.
A German Trix manual for the Elementrix set.
A German Trix Engineering Manual. Dated January 1955.
A Dutch Trix manual for the Elementrix set.
A German Trix instruction manual ref 8934. Black print. it is identical to the blue print version.
A German Trix instruction manual ref 8934. Blue print. it is identical to the black print version.
A German Trix motor leaflet.
Trix(1c) - (1969-1972)
Manufacturer / Distributor
Trix Vereinigte SpielwarenFabriken, Ernst Voelk KG., 85 Nürnburg, Kreulstr 40, Germany
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for TRIX [1c] (Ref:TRX1c)
Trix
as TRIX (inc MCX)
Germany
1969 to 1972
Steel
M3.5 (probably)
M3.5 (probably)
33
72 (see comment *1)
7.8
3.8
3.5 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: tapered cheese (slotted)
Small (like Meccano No.37c)
Comments
New parts include 2 Circular Strips, Universal, Tyres, electrical items. Parts now painted. *1 21 electrical parts included.
NOTE - This system is covered in the MCS document above, so it is not repeated.
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The German Trix manual for set 1 - Element.
The German Trix manual for set 4 - Master.
The German Trix manual for set 5 - Ingenieur.
Replaced with better scan 14/01/20
The German Trix manual for set 6 - Assistent.
The German Trix manual for set 7 - Getriebe (Gears).
Trix(1d) - (1973-1999)
Manufacturer / Distributor
Trix-Mangold GmbH & Co., 85 Nürnburg, Germany
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for TRIX [1d] (Ref:TRX1d)
Trix
as TRIX (inc MCX)
Germany
1973 to 1999
Steel
M3.5
double-tapped (see comment *1)
M3.5
33 (see comment *2)
84 (approximately)
7.8
3.8 (see comment *3)
3.6
3.5 (Screwed Rods or Bolts are used as axles.)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: cheese (slotted)
Steel with a Brass finish
6.0
6.0
Comments
Additional plastic parts, mostly Gears & Pulleys. Circular Strip dropped in 1977. *1 some parts single tapped. *2 For old gears (new are Mod 1.5). *3 In bright zinc plate parts but a few 3.7; 3.5 in painted Flanged Plate.
NOTE - This system is covered in the MCS document above, so it is not repeated.
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The German Trix instructions for set A.
The German Trix instructions for set AB.
Replaced with better scan 14/01/20
The 1997 Trix instructions for the Bugatti car.