NEW Piko 21028 H0 E-Lok BR 181, CD, Ep. V, DC-Sound

PIKO 21028 - H0 Class 181 electric locomotive, ČD, Era V with sound

With the Piko 21028, PIKO brings the digital sound version of the powerful six-axle electric locomotive BR 181 of the Czech Railways (ČD) for Era V to the H0 tracks. This impressive model is the contemporary conversion of the former class E 669.1 - known for its tractive power in heavy freight traffic.

The locomotives were built in the early 1960s on the basis of the E 660.0 prototypes and were supplied in large numbers by Škoda to ČSD. Their goal: to transport heavy freight trains without double traction in the future. After the dissolution of Czechoslovakia in 1993, the entire series was transferred to the ČD fleet as the 181. Some machines are still in use at ČD Cargo today - as reliable push-pull locomotives.

Factory digitized with sound

The model is equipped with a PluX22 sound decoder and offers PIKO TrainSound® onboard - for a realistic sound image with traction motor noises, compressor, fan, brakes and more. The locomotive is fully digitized and ready for immediate use on DCC systems.

Lighting & digital features

Equipped with direction of travel-dependent light change (white/red), digitally switchable cab lighting, engine room lighting and driver's desk lighting, this model offers an impressive lighting concept - controllable via your digital control center.

Roof garden & detailed equipment

The detailed roof garden is equipped with two finely finished metal pantographs. Rail clearances, realistic interior fittings for the driver's cabs and engine room as well as fine engravings underline the high-quality overall impression.

Technical data & compatibility

The locomotive measures 216 mm over buffers and can be used on all H0 layouts with a minimum radius of 358 mm. NEM shafts with close coupler link ensure reliable connections with other vehicles - even in tight radii.

Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery includes the Piko 21028 Class 181 ČD electric locomotive with factory-installed sound decoder, instructions and all digital functions for immediate commissioning in the DCC system.

Now available - Class 181 ČD with sound!

Bring strong Czech electric power to your layout - with the PIKO 21028 BR 181. Get it now - digital, full of sound and full of detail!

Features:

• Model of the ČD class 181 (ex E 669.1) electric locomotive
• Gauge H0 (1:87)
• Era V - Czech Railways
• Direct current version (DC)
• PluX22 sound decoder installed at the factory
• PIKO TrainSound® onboard - extensive sound functions
• Direction of travel-dependent light change white/red (LED)
• Digitally switchable driver's cab and engine room lighting
• Illuminated driver's desk
• 2 metal pantographs
• Detailed roof garden, rail scraper
• Finely detailed body with interior fittings
• Length over buffers: 216 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• NEM shaft with close coupler link

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: CD
• Era: V
• Color: Green
• Electricity System: DC
• Digital: Yes
• sound: Yes
• News: 2026
• Type: Electric loco

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CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing! Age recommendation from 14 years.