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Are you looking for a special diesel locomotive for your N-gauge model railroad layout that combines German railway history with a unique special paint scheme and modern sound technology? The Fleischmann 7370045 Deutsche Bahn Class 218 497-6 diesel locomotive captivates with its extraordinary design, which unites two different worlds of railroading. While one side of the locomotive, in black and red, evokes the tradition-rich era of steam locomotives, the other side features a modern ICE design. With a factory-installed Next18 digital decoder with sound, digitally controllable cab lighting, and a powerful drive system, this locomotive is a special highlight for collectors and model railroader of Era VI.
The Class 218 diesel locomotives are among the best-known and most versatile vehicles in German railway history. As a further development of the successful V-160 locomotive family, they were designed for universal use on non-electrified main and branch lines. The combination of a powerful diesel engine, hydrodynamic power transmission, and electric train heating enabled them to haul a wide variety of train types. For many decades, these locomotives shaped passenger and freight transportation in Germany. The 218 497-6 was built in 1979 by the manufacturer MaK in Kiel and, over the course of its service history, performed numerous tasks, including operations on high-end long-distance routes. To this day, the Class 218 remains one of the most iconic German diesel locomotives.
In 2021, the 218 497-6 diesel locomotive underwent a comprehensive general inspection at the Cottbus plant of DB Fahrzeuginstandhaltung GmbH. As part of this work, the locomotive was given an extraordinary custom paint scheme that uniquely bridges the past and future of German railways. On the one hand, the design evokes the long tradition of steam locomotives, while on the other, it pays tribute to modern high-speed technology. In this way, the locomotive also highlights the Cottbus plant’s evolution into a modern maintenance center for ICE trains. The Fleischmann 7370045 replicates this special operational condition on a 1:160 scale, making this extraordinary diesel locomotive an interesting collector’s item.
The most striking feature of the Fleischmann BR 218 497-6 is its elaborate, custom livery, which differs on each side. One side of the locomotive features a black-and-red color scheme, evoking the traditional appearance of German steam locomotives. The opposite side, by contrast, is designed in white with a red decorative stripe, echoing the modern color scheme of the ICE high-speed trains. This unusual combination gives the model a completely different appearance depending on the viewing angle. The characteristic V-160 design, with its distinctive cab fronts and elongated locomotive body, underscores the model’s unique overall impression. This makes the Fleischmann 7370045 an extraordinary eye-catcher both on the model railroad layout and in a display case.
The Fleischmann 7370045 is designed for digital DC operation and features a factory-installed Next18 digital decoder with sound. The integrated sound functions complement the running experience with authentic diesel locomotive sounds, creating a lively model railroad experience. For smooth running characteristics, the locomotive features a three-pole motor with a flywheel. All four axles are powered, while two traction tires assist in power transmission to the rails. As a result, the BR 218 is well-suited for use at the head of longer passenger and freight train formations. The digital features allow for convenient control via a compatible digital command station, making the model an attractive choice for discerning N-gauge model railroaders.
A special highlight of the Fleischmann BR 218 497-6 is its digital lighting functions. The model features a direction-dependent three-light headlight with two red tail lights equipped with LEDs. In digital mode, the headlight and tail lights can be switched on and off. In addition, the locomotive features factory-installed, digitally controllable LED cab lighting. This function creates an atmospheric ambiance, especially when running at dusk, while stopped at a station, or during a nighttime transfer run. A Z21 cab is also available for this model, which, when used with a compatible Z21 control unit, enables a particularly interesting and prototypical operating experience.
The Fleischmann 7370045 is ideal for modern N-gauge model railroad layouts of Era VI. It is particularly interesting when combined with matching passenger cars, freight cars, or vehicles for transfer runs. Thanks to its diesel drive, the Class 218 is ideally suited for non-electrified main and branch lines. Depicting a locomotive preparing a train, at a rail yard, or performing a special transfer run also offers a variety of possibilities for realistic model railroad operation. The NEM 355 coupler housing with close-coupling kinematics allows for coupling with compatible N-gauge cars. With a length over buffers of 102 mm and a minimum curve radius of 192 mm, the locomotive can also be used on more compact model railroad layouts.
The Fleischmann 7370045 combines the rich history of a legendary German diesel locomotive with a unique design and modern digital technology. The two differently painted sides of the locomotive, the intricate decals, and the factory-installed sound system make the BR 218 497-6 a special addition to any N-gauge collection. In particular, the digitally controllable cab lighting and the powerful four-axle drive offer additional possibilities for varied model railroad operation. For collectors of the Class 218, enthusiasts of exceptional special paint schemes, and model railroaders focusing on Era VI, this version is an attractive choice. Get the Fleischmann BR 218 497-6 with digital sound and add a special piece of railroad history from the Cottbus plant to your N-gauge model railroad layout!
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