Piko 21789 H0 electric locomotiveBR 139 grün, DB, Ep. IV, DC-Sound

PIKO 21789 - H0 Electric locomotive class 139 green, DB, Era IV with sound

The legendary class 139 electric locomotive returns to the model railway tracks with the Piko 21789 in its typical green color scheme of Era IV - this time in a factory-equipped DC version with sound. This locomotive was used for decades in passenger and freight service on the German Federal Railroad and is one of the best-known representatives of its time.

With this new 2026 model, PIKO offers a successful combination of classic DB design and modern digital technology. The built-in sound decoder with large loudspeaker provides realistic operating sounds and raises the model to a new level in terms of sound - a must for all fans of Era IV.

Digital equipment & sound functions

The model is equipped with a PluX22 sound decoder and is intended for 2-wire DC operation. The factory-fitted decoder provides authentic driving sounds such as starting and braking noises, traction motor buzzes and other digitally switchable sounds. It is conveniently controlled via your digital control center.

Lighting & additional functions

The equipment includes a white/red light change depending on the direction of travel using LEDs. The locomotive also has digitally switchable driver's cab lighting and digitally switchable engine room lighting - perfect for atmospheric displays at night or in the depot. All light functions can be individually controlled via the decoder.

Technical data & compatibility

With a length over buffers of 190 mm and a minimum radius of 358 mm, the locomotive is suitable for all standard H0 track systems. The locomotive has two traction tires for reliable traction and is equipped with an NEM shaft with close coupler link - ideal for a secure connection with passenger or freight cars.

True to the original - Era IV at its best

The green color scheme was the standard design for many electric locomotives of the German Federal Railroad in Era IV. The class 139 was used for both passenger and freight traffic and was an integral part of everyday operations. This model authentically brings back the typical look of that time to your model railway layout.

Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery includes the Piko 21789 electric locomotive with sound decoder, operating instructions and accessories for visual refinement. The model is digitally ready for operation ex works.

Target group & application

The model is aimed at model railroaders with a digital system who want to faithfully recreate the operating image of the 1970s and early 80s. Thanks to its sound equipment, lighting functions and high level of detail, the locomotive is suitable for demanding H0 railroaders with a focus on Era IV.

Get it now - classic DB sound for your layout!

Experience the green German Federal Railroad in sound and vision with the Piko 21789 BR 139 Era IV. Now available - a highlight for your H0 digital layout!

Features:

• Model of the BR 139 electric locomotive in green paint scheme
• H0 gauge (1:87)
• Era IV - German Federal Railroad
• Direct current version (DC)
• Factory-fitted PIKO sound decoder (PluX22)
• Large loudspeaker for realistic sound reproduction
• Digital interface NEM 658 PluX22
• Direction of travel-dependent light change white/red (LED)
• Digitally switchable driver's cab lighting (with decoder)
• Digitally switchable engine room lighting
• 2 traction tires for reliable traction
• NEM shaft with close coupler link
• Length over buffers: 190 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: DB
• Era: IV
• Color: Green
• Electricity System: DC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• 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.