Piko 21738 H0 electric loco Rh 230, CD-Cargo, Ep. VI, DC-Sound

Piko 21738 H0 Rh 230 electric locomotive, ČD Cargo, Ep. VI, DC sound - Škoda classic with full sound spectrum

With the Piko Rh 230 ČD Cargo in factory sound version, PIKO brings one of the most striking electric locomotives in Eastern Europe to the digital H0 DC system. The model impresses with an authentic PIKO sound decoder, the finest detailing and typically rounded driver's cabs - a must for fans of the modern Czech railroad world.

Technology & equipment - digital sound & finest details

The factory-fitted PluX22 sound decoder provides realistic operating sounds in digital model railroad operation. The locomotive is equipped with two metal scissor pantographs, transparent skylights in the engine room and detailed bogies. The cab, engine room and console lighting can be controlled digitally (PluX22 decoder).

Prototype - The Škoda 47E as Rh 230 in freight train service

The locomotives originally delivered as S 489 and S 499 are among the most striking representatives of Eastern European electric locomotives. Today they are in service as class 230 at ČD Cargo - mainly in the South and West Bohemian region for freight train service. The large window area and the rounded design characterize their unmistakable look.

Model operation & compatibility

Suitable for all common DC track systems with a minimum radius of 358 mm. The locomotive is fully digitally controllable via NEM 658 PluX22. Coupling via NEM shaft with close coupler link makes the model ready for use for realistic train compositions - from tank wagons to block trains.

Scope of delivery

• Rh 230 ČD Cargo electric locomotive with factory-fitted sound decoder
• Operating instructions
• Add-on parts for visual detailing

Who is this model suitable for?

For sound fans, Era VI railroaders and anyone who is enthusiastic about Eastern European railroad technology. Also ideal for digital DC layouts with authentic Czech rolling stock.

Order now - Škoda legend with digital sound!

Get the Piko Rh 230 ČD Cargo with sound for your modern H0 layout - now available as a digitally equipped novelty 2025!

Features:

• Manufacturer: PIKO
• Model: Rh 230 electric locomotive, ČD Cargo
• Track gauge: H0
• Era: VI
• Length over buffers: 189 mm
• Current system: Direct current
• Sound: Yes - factory-fitted with PIKO PluX22 sound decoder
• Installed decoder: PluX22 sound decoder
• Digital interface: NEM 658 PluX22
• Lighting: Digitally switchable driver's cab, engine room and console lighting
• Coupling: NEM shaft with close coupler link
• Light change: White / red depending on direction of travel
• Special features: Two metal scissor pantographs, skylights in the engine room, detailed bogies

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: CD
• Era: VI
• Color: Blue
• Electricity System: DC
• 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.