Piko 22008 H0 diesel locomotive Rh 500, VSM, Ep. VI, DC-Sound

PIKO 22008 - H0 Diesel locomotive Rh 500 VSM, Era VI with sound

With the Piko 22008, PIKO brings the sound version of the popular Dutch diesel locomotive Rh 500 as an operational museum locomotive of the VSM (Veluwsche Stoomtrein Maatschappij) to the H0 tracks. The Era VI version of this historic shunting locomotive combines classic form with modern digital technology and impresses with its high level of detail and factory-integrated PIKO XP sound decoder.

The Rh 500 shaped NS railroad operations for over four decades. Today it lives on as a museum locomotive - maintained, operational and in use at events and nostalgia trips. The PIKO model picks up on this operational reality and faithfully brings the sound and presence of this robust three-axle diesel locomotive to model scale.

Digital technology with sound ex works

The locomotive is equipped with a PluX22 sound decoder ex works and offers a variety of original sounds typical of the vehicle: including starting and idling noises, shunting signals, fan, whistle and more. The integrated loudspeaker provides powerful sound - ready to use on your digital DC system.

Lighting & digital functions

The model has a white/red light change depending on the direction of travel and digitally switchable driver's cab lighting - ideal for night operation or scenes in the depot. All lighting functions are designed with long-life LED technology and can be precisely controlled digitally.

Fine detailing & design

The Rh 500 VSM impresses with its fine spoked wheels, free-standing handle bars, as well as attached battery and sand boxes, air tanks and spring assemblies. Further visual details: water level indicator, tank filler neck, whistle and sign holder. For collectors, accessories for showcase presentation are included.

Technology & compatibility

With a length over buffers of 104 mm, the locomotive is ideal for shunting operations or museum routes on compact layouts. The minimum radius is 358 mm, two traction tires ensure reliable traction. Coupling is via NEM shaft with close coupler link.

Prototype & area of use

As a VSM museum vehicle, the Rh 500 is representative of the durable and robust technology of the Dutch NS. The model offers perfect application possibilities in special train operation, on branch lines or as a highlight on exhibition layouts with a museum railroad scenario.

Scope of delivery

The scope of delivery includes the Piko 22008 Rh 500 VSM diesel locomotive with sound decoder, instructions and suitable accessories for showcase design. The locomotive is fully digitized and ready for use in the DC system.

Target group & application

A must for digital railway enthusiasts, collectors and lovers of historic railroad technology. The locomotive fits perfectly into operational and museum layout scenarios - compact, powerful and sonorous at the same time.

Now available - Rh 500 VSM with sound for your H0 layout!

Experience authentic museum technology with digital sound - with the Piko 22008 Rh 500 VSM. Secure it now - detailed, ready for operation and a piece of living railroad history!

Features:

• Model of the Rh 500 diesel locomotive in the VSM design
• H0 gauge (1:87)
• Era VI - museum operation
• Direct current version (DC)
• Factory-fitted PIKO XP sound decoder (PluX22)
• Direction of travel-dependent light change white/red (LED)
• Digitally switchable cab lighting
• Fine spoke wheels, handrails, lines
• Attached battery and sand boxes, air tanks, spring assemblies
• Extras: water level indicator, tank filler neck, whistle, sign holder
• 2 traction tires for reliable traction
• NEM shaft with close coupler link
• Length over buffers: 104 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Supplied with accessories for showcase presentation

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: Misc.
• Era: VI
• Color: Green
• Electricity System: DC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2026
• Type: Diesel loco

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