Piko 37515 G diesel locomotive BR 218, Press, Ep. VI, DC-sound

BR 218 Press Era VI sound diesel locomotive: Powerful private railway locomotive in G gauge

The BR 218 Press Era VI sound diesel locomotive is a novelty from 2025 and brings the popular locomotive of the Pressnitz Valley Railway in the modern Era VI to the G-gauge tracks. Equipped with a factory-installed PIKO sound decoder and detailed realization, this locomotive is a real highlight for garden railway fans.

The prototype: The class 218 on the Pressnitz Valley Railroad

The class 218 is one of the best-known diesel locomotives in Germany. Originally used by the German Federal Railroad, many locomotives found new uses on private railroads such as the Pressnitz Valley Railroad after their time on the DB. In Era VI (from 2007), the class 218 was provided in a modern paint scheme and with current technical modifications for use on various lines.

PIKO - attention to detail and quality in G gauge

The model of the BR 218 from PIKO impresses with its precise reproduction of the original. The modern paintwork and the finely designed details make this model an eye-catcher on any garden railway layout. The factory-installed PIKO sound decoder provides a realistic sound experience that impressively complements the operation of the locomotive.

Era VI: Modern private railroad technology

In Era VI, the use of private railroads has become considerably more important. Locomotives such as the class 218 are a symbol of the flexibility and performance of modern railroad operations. The model brings this contemporary character perfectly to your model railway layout.

Technology and equipment of the BR 218

The model has a factory-installed PIKO sound decoder that provides realistic sound effects. The direction of travel-dependent light change in white/white provides additional authenticity. With a length over buffers of 615 mm and a minimum radius of 600 mm, the locomotive is versatile and guarantees excellent running characteristics.

Why the BR 218 Press is a highlight for G gauge

The BR 218 Press Era VI sound diesel locomotive combines modern technology, prototypical design and a wide range of possible uses. Whether in freight service or as a locomotive for passenger trains - this model is an indispensable part of any garden railway layout.

Features:

• Gauge: G
• Manufacturer: PIKO
• Item number: 37515
• Sound: Yes, PIKO sound decoder factory-equipped
• WEEE registration number: DE 24216800
• Railroad management: Private railroad
• Era: VI
• Length over buffers: 615 mm
• Minimum radius: 600 mm
• Light change: White/white depending on direction of travel
• Age recommendation: From 14 years

Specs:

• Gauge: G
• Rail Company: Press
• Era: VI
• Color: Blue
• Electricity System: DC
• Digital: Yes
• sound: Yes
• News: 2025
• Type: Diesel loco

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