Piko 47109 TT steam locomotive G7.1, KPEV, Ep. I

Piko 47109 TT steam locomotive G7.1, KPEV, Ep. I: Historical elegance in a model

The Piko 47109 TT steam locomotive G7.1 is an impressive novelty of the year 2025 and a masterful replica of the G7.1 locomotive of the Royal Prussian Railway Administration (KPEV) in epoch I. With its precise workmanship, authentic details and excellent driving characteristics, this model brings the historical railroad world to your TT model railway layout in an impressive way.

The prototype: The G7.1 tender locomotive

The G7.1 was a powerful freight locomotive that was developed for the Royal Prussian Railroad at the end of the 19th century. With its robust design and reliability, it was an essential part of freight transportation in Germany. The locomotive set standards in performance and efficiency and was later also used by the Deutsche Reichsbahn Gesellschaft (DRG).

Piko: Perfection in model making

The model of the G7.1 impresses with its true-to-scale realization and numerous, free-standing mounted parts such as locomotive whistles, lines and piston rod protection tubes. The harmonious paintwork and printing round off the overall picture perfectly. The close distance between the locomotive and tender ensures a prototypical look and underlines the attention to detail that Piko has put into this model.

Technical features and digital capability

The steam locomotive has a PluX22 interface (NEM 662), which makes it easy to retrofit a digital decoder. A Piko sound decoder (#46540) can also be easily added to further enrich the driving experience. The digitally switchable cab lighting and the light change depending on the direction of travel (white/red) provide additional realism.

Era I: The early days of the railroad

This model is set in Era I, which represents the early days of railroads in Germany. With its historic paintwork and authentic lettering, the G7.1 is the perfect addition to layouts depicting this exciting era.

Driving characteristics and compatibility

The locomotive impresses with its excellent driving characteristics, which are made possible by the powerful motor and the two traction tires. With a minimum radius of 310 mm and TT close couplers, the model is ideal for use on modern TT layouts.

Recommended purchase in the model railroad shop

The Piko 47109 TT steam locomotive G7.1 is a must for all model railroaders who want to enrich their collection with a historical masterpiece. Order this high-quality model today and bring the elegance of Era I to your TT layout!

Features:

• Manufacturer: Piko
• Railroad administration: Royal Prussian Railroad Administration (KPEV), later DRG
• Era: I
• Track gauge: TT
• Length over buffers (LüP): 138 mm
• Minimum radius: 310 mm
• Digital interface: NEM 662 PluX22
• Lighting: Digitally switchable cab lighting
• Light change: Dependent on direction of travel, white/red
• Number of traction tires: 2
• Sound: Piko sound decoder (#46540) can be retrofitted
• Coupling: TT close couplers
• Age recommendation: From 14 years

Specs:

• Gauge: TT
• Rail Company: Private Railways
• Era: I
• Color: Black
• Electricity System: DC
• Digital: No
• sound: No
• News: 2025
• Type: Steam loco

Downloads:

• Spare Parts (6.39 MB)

Further links:

• Print View

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