ESU 31768 H0 diesel locomotive V100, 111 009, DR, Ep. IV, DC+AC-Sound

Are you looking for a striking DR diesel locomotive that combines an eye-catching color scheme, powerful digital functions and many operating details in one model?

The ESU 31768 H0 diesel locomotive V100 with the road number 111 009 of the Deutsche Reichsbahn is a model that immediately attracts attention with its orange color scheme and extensive equipment. The designation is ESU 31768 V100 diesel locomotive 111 009 orange DR Ep. IV sound + steam. This model depicts the prototypical condition around 1982, showing an Era IV locomotive that combines the familiar appearance of the V100 family with numerous technical functions. Sound, smoke, couplings and the design for DC and AC make it clear from the information provided that this model is designed for versatile and impressive use on the H0 layout.

The locomotive is designed as an H0 model in the 16.5 mm track size on a scale of 1:87. It belongs to Era IV and is assigned to the German State Railroad. The product data also includes interior lighting, directional lighting, sound, steam generator, buffer storage and extended lighting functions. The ESU 31768 thus combines a striking external appearance with a very extensive range of equipment that offers many functions in everyday operation.

Model of the V100 and development of the series

At the beginning of the 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 31768 model is dedicated to the 111 009 of the DR in orange and thus shows a version in prototypical condition around 1982.

Model ESU 31768 with extensive technology

The model has a body and frame made of metal. A bell-type armature motor with a flywheel is installed for propulsion. Power is transmitted to all four axles via cardan/worm gears, 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 allow switching between two-wire and center conductor operation.

A LokSound 5 decoder for DCC, Motorola, M4 and Selectrix operation is also installed. Independent log-on to control centers with RailComPlus or mfx functionality is also specified. There is also a PowerPack storage capacitor for an uninterruptible power supply. Even this basic equipment shows that the ESU 31768 is intended for modern and versatile digital operation.

Sound, smoke and moving functions in operation

A central feature of the model is the switchable smoke generator with smoke emission synchronized with the locomotive sound. This function is supplemented 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 the sound basis. A squeaking noise is also provided by a curve sensor during slow cornering. This creates an operating impression that is not only visually but also acoustically powerful.

The motor-driven fan wheels in the long front end, which start one after the other depending on the situation, are also particularly striking. There is also a digitally switchable coupling. All in all, the locomotive offers several functions that ensure a lively operating image and clearly emphasize the technical character of the model.

Light functions and fine design

The ESU 31768 has numerous light 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. Interior lighting is also mentioned in the general product data. This means that the model offers extended lighting functions that further enhance the appearance when the locomotive is running.

The detailing is also described extensively. Separately attached grab rails, partially perforated steps and filigree, multi-part grilles on the sides of the long front end are also included, as is a removable roof held 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 ESU 31768 is designed as an H0 model of Era IV and is assigned to the Deutsche Reichsbahn. It is intended for DC 2-wire direct current and AC 3-wire alternating current. Sound, steam generator, buffer storage and extended light functions are available. The minimum radius that can be traveled is 360 mm. The following is specified for the lengths: Length over buffer 110 = 160.2 mm, 111, 202 = 163.7 mm.

An eye-catching DR diesel locomotive with many functions

With the ESU 31768 V100 diesel locomotive 111 009 orange DR Ep. IV sound + steam, you get a model that combines a striking color scheme with extensive technology. The prototype condition around 1982, the orange design, the switchable smoke generator, the digitally switchable coupler, the original sounds of the diesel engine 12 KVD 18/21, the motor-driven fan wheels and the extended light functions make this locomotive a particularly feature-rich model within the V100 family. Anyone looking for an H0 DR diesel locomotive with a strong presence and many features will find an interesting variant here.

Features:

• ESU item number 31768
• H0 diesel locomotive V100
• Road number 111 009
• German State Railroad DR
• Orange version
• Era IV
• Prototype condition around 1982
• 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 for uninterruptible power supply
• 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: DR
• Era: IV
• Color: Orange
• Electricity System: 2L-DC and 3L-AC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2026
• Type: Diesel loco

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