Piko 21733 H0 electric locomotive BR 187, WLC, Ep. VI, AC-sound

Piko 21733 H0 Class 187 electric locomotive, WLC - Era VI with AC sound and mfx® support

The Piko 21733 H0 Class 187 electric locomotive is a high-quality replica of the modern electric locomotive in the design of Wiener Lokalbahnen Cargo (WLC). This novelty from 2025 impresses with its detailed design, excellent running characteristics and a factory-installed PIKO PSD XP sound decoder. With the "fits mfx®" quality mark, this model offers maximum compatibility with Märklin digital control centers and meets the requirements of modern H0 model railroad layouts.

The class 187: Modern technology for freight traffic

The class 187, part of the TRAXX 3 family, is one of the most advanced electric locomotives in European freight service. This model shows the locomotive in the attractive design of the WLC, a private railroad that stands for efficiency and reliability. With its detailed representation, this locomotive brings modern railroad technology to your model railway layout.

Detailed design and LED lighting

The model impresses with an exact reproduction of the technical "roof landscape", finely engraved bogies and prototypical wheel disk profiles. The LED lighting offers a light change between white and red depending on the direction of travel, making the model look particularly realistic on the layout. With a length over buffers (LüP) of 217 mm, the locomotive fits perfectly into the H0 format.

Factory-fitted sound decoder with mfx® functionality

The locomotive is equipped with a factory-fitted PIKO PSD XP sound decoder, which provides realistic driving sounds and other acoustic effects. The "fits mfx®" quality mark guarantees full compatibility with Märklin digital command stations and enables the use of all mfx® functions. This makes the locomotive ideal for AC model railroad layouts.

Excellent driving characteristics and technical highlights

A powerful motor with two large flywheel masses ensures smooth running characteristics and precise control. Two traction tires, arranged diagonally, guarantee high traction. The locomotive is powered on all four axles and offers impressive tractive power. The NEM shaft coupler with close coupler link ensures a secure connection of the cars. The model is designed for a minimum radius of 358 mm and is perfect for demanding H0 layouts.

Conclusion: A modern locomotive for AC model railroaders

The Piko 21733 H0 electric locomotive BR 187 combines modern design, high-quality technology and full mfx® compatibility. With its authentic WLC design, integrated sound decoder and outstanding driving characteristics, it is a highlight for any H0 model railway layout. Bring the efficiency and dynamics of Era VI to your tracks!

Features:

• Faithful representation of the BR 187 in the WLC design
• Size: H0
• Power system: Alternating current (AC)
• Factory-fitted PIKO PSD XP sound decoder
• "fits mfx®" quality mark for complete mfx® functionality
• Digital interface: NEM 658 PluX22
• Light change: white/red depending on direction of travel
• Coupling system: NEM shaft with close coupler link
• Length over buffers (LüP): 217 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Number of traction tires: 2
• Powerful motor with two flywheels
• High-quality materials and robust construction
• State-of-the-art LED technology for lighting
• Age recommendation: From 14 years

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: Private Railways
• Era: VI
• Color: Multi-Colored
• Electricity System: AC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2025
• Type: Electric loco

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