Piko 37440 electric locomotive BR 103, DB, Ep. IV

Piko 37440 G Class 103 electric locomotive, DB, Ep. IV: A cult locomotive in large format

With the Piko 37440 G Class 103 electric locomotive, Piko is fulfilling the long-cherished wish of many model railroaders to bring the cult locomotive of the German Federal Railroad (DB) in TEE and IC service to their layouts in G scale. This new shape of the legendary class 103, equipped with an apron and pantograph, is characterized by the red-beige paint scheme in the short version and faithfully captures the characteristic features of the prototype of Era IV. With a length over buffers of 721 mm, this locomotive offers everything a garden railroader's heart desires - maximum reliability, excellent running characteristics and strong tractive power.

The class 103, originally designed as a draft horse for the TEE and later the IC traffic of the German Federal Railroad, is considered one of the most powerful electric locomotives of its time. It was known for its exceptional performance and its striking design. With this replica, Piko brings the flair of the 1970s and 1980s back to the model railway layout, ideal for collectors and lovers of historic railroads.

Prototype: The BR 103 of the German Federal Railroad

The class 103 was the figurehead of the German Federal Railroad for fast passenger train service, especially for the Trans Europ Express (TEE) and later the Intercity (IC) service. With its striking red and beige livery and pantographs, it shaped the image of high-quality rail transport in Germany and Europe for decades. The class 103 was the most powerful electric locomotive in Europe in the 1970s and was specially designed for high speeds to ensure maximum comfort on the TEE service.

The locomotive 103 134-3, which is reproduced in this model version, was one of the first series machines and is characterized by its iconic design. The red-beige paintwork was the distinguishing feature of this series, and the model accurately reproduces the original shape with apron and scissor pantograph.

Piko: A wealth of detail and robust technology

The Piko 37440 is a robust model that is not only visually impressive, but also works at the highest technical level. Equipped with chrome-plated wheelsets with ball bearings and a light change depending on the direction of travel (white/red), the locomotive offers excellent running characteristics and high tractive power. The driver's cab with engineer and the many added details such as grab irons and windshield wipers make the model particularly authentic.

The locomotive is prepared for digital operation and can be retrofitted with a PIKO sound module #36229 and a loudspeaker #36125. For even more realism, interior lighting can also be installed in the driver's cabs and in the engine room with up to 4 lighting kits #36017. These functions make the model particularly flexible and adaptable, depending on the wishes of the model railroader.

Technical details of the Piko 37440 G electric locomotive BR 103

The Piko 37440 BR 103 offers a variety of technical features that make it an excellent model for garden railroad operation. With a length over buffers of 721 mm and a minimum radius of 600 mm, the locomotive is designed for large model railroad layouts. The wheelsets with ball bearings ensure smooth running and the direction of travel-dependent light change (white/red) provides additional realism.

The model is prepared for digital operation and can be retrofitted with a sound module #36229. The retrofitting of up to 4 lighting kits (#36017) makes it possible to illuminate both the driver's cabs and the engine room individually. For model railroaders who want a particularly realistic driving experience, a pantograph drive (#36145) can be retrofitted to make the locomotive's pantographs functional.

Recommended purchase: A highlight for garden railroaders and lovers of historic locomotives

The Piko 37440 G electric locomotive BR 103 is an excellent choice for model railroaders who want to have historical electric locomotives in the large G scale on their layout. With its high level of detail, robust construction and extensive retrofit options, this locomotive offers a first-class model railroad experience both visually and technically. Fans of the German Federal Railroad and the TEE or IC service of the 1970s and 1980s will particularly enjoy this model.

Thanks to the retrofit options for sound and lighting as well as the prototypical design, this model is a real highlight for any garden railway layout.

Features:

• Gauge: G
• Era: IV
• Railroad administration: German Federal Railroad (DB)
• Length over buffers (LüP): 721 mm
• Minimum radius: 600 mm
• Ball bearing, chrome-plated wheelsets
• Direction of travel-dependent light change (white/red)
• Prepared for digital operation and sound retrofitting (PIKO sound module #36229, loudspeaker #36125)
• Interior lighting can be retrofitted (4 times #36017)
• Pantograph drive can be retrofitted (#36145)
• Many individually attached details such as handle bars and windshield wipers

Specs:

• Gauge: G
• Rail Company: DB
• Era: IV
• Color: Beige
• Electricity System: DC
• Digital: No
• sound: No
• News: 2018
• Type: Electric loco

Instruction manual / Safety instructions:

• Manual (10.2 MB)

Downloads:

• Spare Parts (2.93 MB)

Further links:

• Print View

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