NEW Fleischmann 7570106 N E-Lok BR 101 139-4 DB-AG Ep.VI DC-Sound

Fleischmann 7570106 N BR 101 139-4 DB-AG Electric Locomotive, Era VI, DC Sound

Are you looking for a modern electric locomotive for your N-gauge model railroad layout that will let you authentically recreate Deutsche Bahn’s high-quality long-distance service with realistic sound? The Fleischmann 7570106 Deutsche Bahn AG Class 101 139-4 electric locomotive impresses with its distinctive traffic-red paint scheme, a factory-installed digital decoder with sound, and additional digitally controllable lighting functions.

As an Era VI model, the Class 101 embodies a significant generation of German express locomotives. It was developed as the modern successor to the legendary Class 103 and shaped Deutsche Bahn’s Intercity service for many years. With four powered axles, a motor with a flywheel, and digitally controllable shunting lights, the Fleischmann BR 101 combines the classic atmosphere of long-distance rail travel with modern model railroad technology.

Fleischmann BR 101 139-4 – Deutsche Bahn’s modern Intercity locomotive

The Class 101 electric locomotives are among the best-known vehicles in German long-distance rail service. Their development began in the 1990s, when Deutsche Bahn needed a high-performance successor to the proven Class 103.

For decades, the legendary Class 103 express locomotives had defined the character of high-quality German passenger rail service. However, as demands for performance, efficiency, and modern propulsion technology increased, a new generation of locomotives became necessary.

The Class 101 was therefore equipped with powerful three-phase asynchronous motors and single-axle drive. This modern technology enabled reliable power transmission and made the locomotives particularly well-suited for fast, heavy passenger trains.

A total of 145 Class 101 locomotives were put into service by Deutsche Bahn between the summer of 1996 and the end of 1999. They took on numerous roles in high-quality long-distance service and became an integral part of everyday life on the German railways.

The Fleischmann 7570106 depicts the 101 139-4 electric locomotive in its traffic-red livery, bringing a characteristic prototype of modern DB long-distance service to your N-gauge model railroad layout.

The Class 101—the powerful successor to the legendary Class 103

When developing the Class 101, Deutsche Bahn placed particular emphasis on modern drive technology and high power reserves.

The electric locomotives were equipped with three-phase asynchronous motors with single-axle drive and achieved a continuous power output of 6,400 kW.

With a starting tractive effort of 300 kN, the locomotives were also designed for heavy passenger train sets. Their top speed of 220 km/h enabled their use in high-speed Intercity service.

This made the Class 101 ideally suited for demanding tasks in high-quality passenger service. Especially when pulling long Intercity trainsets, these distinctive electric locomotives were a familiar sight on Deutsche Bahn for many years.

The Fleischmann BR 101 139-4 commemorates this significant phase of modern German long-distance rail service and is ideal for prototypical passenger train formations.

Traffic-red paint scheme—the typical appearance of DB AG

A distinctive feature of the Fleischmann 7570106 is the classic “Verkehrsrot” paint scheme of Deutsche Bahn AG.

When the first Class 101 locomotives were delivered, Deutsche Bahn’s color scheme was undergoing a transition. The first three locomotives still featured the older orange-red livery.

With the introduction of the traffic-red color scheme, however, a new, more uniform appearance emerged that remains closely associated with modern Deutsche Bahn rolling stock to this day.

The Fleischmann BR 101 139-4 features this distinctive paint scheme and thus pairs perfectly with the typical passenger cars of modern Intercity service.

Especially when paired with a set of white IC passenger cars featuring a red decorative stripe, it creates a characteristic long-distance train of Era VI.

Characteristic Design of a Modern Express Locomotive

The Fleischmann BR 101 139-4 captures the typical appearance of the four-axle electric locomotive on a 1:160 scale.

The elongated locomotive body, the striking front end, and the characteristic roof design give the model a high degree of recognizability.

Especially when combined with modern Intercity passenger cars, it creates a harmonious train composition that authentically reflects German long-distance rail service.

Whether pulling into a large main station, traveling along an electrified main line, or preparing a long-distance train—the Fleischmann BR 101 is an attractive locomotive for modern railroad scenes.

Factory-installed digital decoder with selectable sound functions

A special highlight of the Fleischmann 7570106 is its factory-installed digital and sound equipment.

The electric locomotive features a built-in digital decoder compliant with NEM 651 and is designed for digital DC operation.

The digitally controllable sound functions add an appropriate soundscape to model railroad operation and ensure a lively driving experience.

The digital sound functions are particularly impressive when the locomotive is used to pull a long Intercity train. They add an acoustic element to the modern electric locomotive and make running the train more varied.

Whether when pulling away, while traveling along the track, or when stopping at a station—the sound features add extra atmosphere to your N-gauge model railroad layout.

Since the digital decoder is already factory-installed, there is no need to retrofit a separate decoder for the intended digital operation and sound features.

Digitally controllable shunting light as well as head and tail lights

The Fleischmann BR 101 139-4 also offers interesting digital lighting features.

The model features a three-light headlight that changes direction depending on the direction of travel, along with two red tail lights. The lighting is equipped with LEDs.

In digital mode, the headlight and tail light can be switched on and off. This allows you to simulate different lighting situations and make the operations on your model railroad layout more realistic.

Another special feature is the digitally switchable shunting light. This function provides additional lighting during shunting and complements the features of this modern long-distance locomotive.

The switchable shunting light offers interesting possibilities, particularly when preparing an Intercity train, moving the locomotive, or performing shunting maneuvers in the station area.

The combination of LED lighting, additional lighting functions, and digital sound makes the Fleischmann BR 101 a versatile model for digital rail operation.

Three-pole motor with flywheel and four powered axles

To ensure reliable running characteristics, the Fleischmann 7570106 features a three-pole motor with a flywheel.

The flywheel ensures smooth running and pleasant handling on your N-gauge model railroad layout.

All four axles of the electric locomotive are powered. Two traction tires support power transfer to the rails and provide excellent conditions for use at the head of longer passenger train formations.

This makes the BR 101 ideal for modern Intercity and EuroCity trains with multiple passenger cars.

The digital control system also allows you to adjust the running characteristics via the corresponding decoder settings.

Smooth running contributes to a prototypical model railroad experience, especially when starting slowly in a station or accelerating a long passenger train.

NEM 355 coupling shaft with close-coupling kinematics

The Fleischmann BR 101 139-4 features NEM 355 coupler sockets with close-coupling kinematics.

This feature allows coupling with compatible N-gauge passenger cars and, when used with suitable couplers, ensures a harmonious car spacing within the train set.

With a length over buffers of 119 mm, the electric locomotive has the characteristic dimensions of a modern express train locomotive on a 1:160 scale.

The specified minimum curve radius is 192 mm. This allows the locomotive to be used even on more compact N-gauge model railroads with correspondingly tight track curves.

The combination of four powered axles, flywheel, and close-coupling kinematics makes the Fleischmann BR 101 an interesting locomotive for regular model railroad operation.

Ideal locomotive for Era VI Intercity and EuroCity trains

The Fleischmann BR 101 139-4 is ideal for model railroaders who want to depict Deutsche Bahn’s modern long-distance service as authentically as possible.

The traffic-red electric locomotive pairs particularly well with Deutsche Bahn Intercity passenger cars.

In real life, the Class 101 was an important locomotive for locomotive-hauled long-distance trains for many years. As a result, it offers numerous possibilities for creating varied passenger train services.

Whether at the head of a classic Intercity set, an international EuroCity train, or when staging a long-distance train at the main station—the Class 101 creates an authentic railroad atmosphere.

This electric locomotive really comes into its own on larger N-gauge layouts with long platforms, electrified main lines, and modern station buildings.

Thanks to its factory-installed sound system and digitally controllable lighting functions, you can create a variety of scenarios, from high-speed runs on the open track to typical station operations.

A special sound model for enthusiasts of modern DB long-distance rail service

For collectors and model railroaders focused on Deutsche Bahn, the Class 101 is one of the most iconic electric locomotives of modern passenger rail service.

The striking traffic-red paint scheme, the powerful design, and the long operational history hauling high-quality passenger trains make this locomotive series an interesting prototype.

The Fleischmann 7570106 complements this historic and technical prototype with modern digital features, including switchable sound functions and additional lighting functions.

In particular, the digitally controllable shunting light, as well as the switchable headlight and tail light, offer interesting possibilities for dynamic model railroad operation.

The BR 101 139-4 is also an attractive addition for collectors of modern German electric locomotives. When combined with matching Intercity passenger cars, it creates an impressive train set that evokes the heyday of locomotive-hauled long-distance trains.

Experience Deutsche Bahn’s modern long-distance service with digital sound! Get the Fleischmann 7570106 BR 101 139-4 in traffic red paint and expand your N-gauge model railroad layout with a distinctive Era VI electric locomotive featuring a factory-installed sound decoder, switchable shunting light, and additional lighting functions.

Features:

• Gauge: N
• Era: VI
• Railroad Company: Deutsche Bahn AG (DB-AG)
• Locomotive: BR 101 139-4
• Finished in traffic red paint scheme
• Power system: DC Digital
• Factory-installed digital decoder compliant with NEM 651, with sound
• Digitally controllable sound functions
• Shunting light digitally controllable
• Headlight and tail light digitally controllable
• Direction-dependent three-light headlight and 2 red tail lights with LEDs
• Three-pole motor with flywheel
• 4 powered axles
• 2 traction tires
• NEM 355 coupling shaft with close-coupling kinematics
• Minimum curve radius: 192 mm
• Length over buffers: 119 mm

Specs:

• Gauge: N
• Rail Company: DB AG
• Era: VI
• Color: Red
• Electricity System: DC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2027
• Type: Electric loco

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