ESU 31766 H0 diesel locomotive V100, 298 051, DB, Ep. V, DC+AC-Sound

Are you looking for a striking DB AG diesel locomotive that combines modern digital technology, powerful sound functions and many operating details in one model?

The ESU 31766 H0 V100 diesel locomotive with the DB AG road number 298 051 in traffic red combines a well-known prototype with extensive model equipment. The designation is ESU 31766 V100 DR diesel locomotive 298 051 traffic red DB AG Ep. V sound + steam. The prototype condition from around 2002 is shown, making this model aimed at model railroaders who are looking for a diesel locomotive from Era V that not only stands out visually, but also has a lot to offer technically. Sound, smoke, couplings and the design for DC and AC already show in the product details that the focus here is on a powerful locomotive with many functions.

The V100 in particular is one of the best-known diesel locomotive series to emerge from the development of the Deutsche Reichsbahn. In this version, it appears as 298 051 of the DB AG in traffic red livery. The model thus picks up on a later operational phase of this locomotive family and combines the well-known character of the series with a modern appearance of Era V.

Model of the V100 and development for the later period of use

In the early 1960s, VEB Lokomotivbau "Karl Marx" and Elektrotechnische Werke "Hans Beimler" developed the V100 with the aim of using as many components of the V60 and V180 as possible. The maximum speed was 100 km/h. A total of 869 machines were built in several series, making the V100 the DR's most frequently built mainline locomotive. Even in the first few years of operation, it became apparent that the V100, or the 110 series as it was known from 1969, would not be able to replace all steam locomotive series with a similar requirement profile.

Advances in engine development and the installation of intercooling improved the performance and reliability of the 12KVD type. The final expansion stage of the 12-KVD engine was set at 1100 kW, almost 400 kW more than in the first series. After the last V100s were retired from DB AG in the 2010s, a considerable number were transferred to private railroad companies and museum railroads. The ESU 31766 model is dedicated to the 298 051 of the DB AG in prototypical condition around 2002 and thus shows a version from the later operational history of this well-known locomotive family.

Model equipment of the ESU 31766

The model has a body and frame made of metal and is designed as an H0 vehicle on a scale of 1:87 with a 16.5 mm track gauge. A bell-type armature motor with a flywheel provides the drive. Drive is via cardan/worm gears on all four axles, supplemented by two traction tires. The locomotive is designed for DC 2-wire direct current and AC 3-wire alternating current. Universal electronics with a plug-in slider and slide switch make it possible to switch between two-wire and center conductor operation.

The locomotive is equipped with a LokSound 5 decoder for DCC, Motorola, M4 and Selectrix operation. Independent registration to control centers with RailComPlus or mfx functionality is also specified. The equipment is supplemented by a PowerPack storage capacitor for an uninterruptible power supply. Even the basic version of the ESU 31766 therefore has many functions that are designed for versatile and digitally oriented use.

Sound, smoke and moving functions in operation

A central feature of this model is the switchable smoke generator with smoke emission synchronized with the LokSound. This is complemented by a high-quality loudspeaker with "Passive Radiator" technology for maximum sound enjoyment. Digitized original sounds of a 12 KVD 18/21 diesel engine serve as a special sound basis. In addition, a squeaking noise is provided by a curve sensor during slow cornering, which further enhances the operating impression.

Particularly noticeable are the motor-driven fan wheels in the long front end, which start one after the other depending on the situation. There is also a digitally switchable clutch. This combination of sound, smoke and moving functions ensures that the locomotive not only runs, but also has a very lively effect during operation.

Light functions and fine design

The ESU 31766 has extended lighting functions. The direction of travel-dependent light change is designed so that the lamps switch on one after the other in accordance with the prototype. The headlights on the train side can be switched off. There is also cab and driver's desk lighting as well as step lighting. The product data also mentions interior lighting. This means that the model offers a variety of lighting functions that provide an additional effect during operation.

The visible details are also extensive. Separately attached grab rails, partially perforated steps and filigree, multi-piece grilles on the sides of the long front end emphasize the detailed impression. The roof is removable and is held in place by magnets. This is complemented by a finely detailed, multi-colored driver's cab with driver figure and spring-loaded buffers. A pipette for filling the smoke generator is also included.

Important product data at a glance

The locomotive belongs to Era V and is assigned to Deutsche Bahn AG. As an H0 model, it is designed for DC 2-conductor direct current and AC 3-conductor alternating current. Sound, steam generator and buffer tank are included. The lighting is indicated as alternating in the direction of travel. The minimum passable radius is 360 mm. A length over buffers of 160.2 mm is specified for the 110 series, and a length of 163.7 mm is also specified in the general dimensions for 111 and 202.

A traffic red V100 with extensive technology for era V

With the ESU 31766 V100 DR diesel locomotive 298 051 traffic red DB AG Ep. V sound + steam, you get a model that combines the well-known locomotive family of the V100 in a late version with modern digital technology. The prototype condition around 2002, the traffic red paint scheme, the combination of sound, smoke, couplings and extensive lighting functions as well as the motor-driven fan wheels make this model a particularly functional diesel locomotive for the H0 scale. Anyone looking for a striking DB AG diesel locomotive with many operating details and strong technical features will find an interesting model in Era V here.

Features:

• ESU item number 31766
• H0 diesel locomotive V100
• road number 298 051
• German Railroad AG
• Version traffic red
• Era V
• Prototype condition around 2002
• Gauge H0 (16.5 mm) 1:87
• DC 2-wire direct current and AC 3-wire alternating current
• LokSound 5 decoder for DCC, Motorola, M4 and Selectrix operation
• Independent log-on to command stations with RailComPlus or mfx functionality
• PowerPack storage capacitor
• Metal body and frame
• Bell-type armature motor with flywheel mass
• Drive via cardan/worm gear on all four axles
• Two traction tires
• Digitally switchable clutch
• Switchable smoke generator with smoke emission synchronized to the locomotive sound
• High-quality loudspeaker with "Passive Radiator" technology
• Digitized original sounds of a diesel engine 12 KVD 18/21
• Squealing noise due to curve sensor during slow cornering
• Situation-dependent and sequential motor-driven fan wheels in the long front end
• Light changes depending on the direction of travel
• Lamps switch on one after the other according to the prototype
• Train-side headlights can be switched off
• Driver's cab lighting
• Driver's desk lighting
• Step lighting
• Interior lighting
• Brake sparks when braking sharply
• Separately attached grab rails
• Steps partially perforated
• Filigree multi-piece grilles on the sides of the long front end
• Removable roof held by magnets
• Finely detailed, multi-colored driver's cab
• Engine driver figure
• Spring-loaded buffers
• Pipette for filling the smoke generator included
• Minimum passable radius 360 mm
• Length over buffers 110 = 160.2 mm, 111, 202 = 163.7 mm
• With sound
• With steam generator
• With buffer tank
• Special feature Extended lighting functions

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: DB
• Era: V
• Color: Red
• Electricity System: 2L-DC and 3L-AC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2026
• Type: Diesel loco

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