Piko 52108 H0 diesel locomotive ST44, PKP-Cargo, Ep. V, DC-Sound

Piko 52108 H0 Sound diesel locomotive ST44, PKP-Cargo, Ep. V - The "Taiga drum" with digital sound for heavy freight trains

With the Piko H0 ST44 sound diesel locomotive from PKP-Cargo, you can bring one of the best-known freight locomotives in Eastern Europe to your model railroad layout - now with a factory-installed sound decoder. The ST44 class is based on the Soviet M62, a heavy six-axle diesel-electric locomotive that became known as the "Taiga Drum" in numerous Eastern European countries, including the German State Railroad. In Poland, these locomotives are still in service today with PKP-Cargo.

Detailed and sonorous

The model has digitally switchable cab and engine room lighting (with PluX22 decoder), realistic cab and engine room equipment as well as detailed bogies. The PIKO TrainSound® sound decoder is installed at the factory and provides authentic engine and operating sounds. The white/red light change depending on the direction of travel is included as standard and supports a realistic appearance.

ST44 - the Polish face of the M62

Between 1966 and 1975, the PKP purchased hundreds of M62 locomotives, which were classified as ST44 in Poland. They shaped the image of heavy freight trains on main lines throughout Poland - loud, powerful and highly visible. This model now brings the charm and power of the ST44 to digitized layouts.

Digital comfort ex works

Thanks to the PluX22 digital interface and factory-fitted sound decoder, the model can be fully controlled digitally. The light functions, interior lighting and sound can be conveniently controlled via any standard digital control center.

Scope of delivery

• Sound diesel locomotive ST44, PKP-Cargo, Era V
• Factory-installed sound decoder (PluX22)
• Set-up parts & operating instructions

Who is this model suitable for?

For model railroaders with a focus on Polish or Eastern European railroad operations, for sound fans and fans of heavy diesel locomotives in freight service. Ideal for border lines, depots or long freight trains.

Get it now - ST44 "Taiga drum" with authentic sound!

Get the Piko 52108 H0 sound diesel locomotive ST44 PKP-Cargo - digital, powerful and perfect for realistic everyday operation!

Features:

• Manufacturer: PIKO
• Model: Sound diesel locomotive ST44, PKP-Cargo
• Track gauge: H0
• Era: V
• Power system: Direct current
• Length over buffers: 202 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Digital interface: NEM 658 PluX22
• Sound: Factory-installed PluX22 sound decoder (PIKO TrainSound®)
• Lighting: Driver's cab & engine room digitally switchable
• Light change: White/red depending on direction of travel
• Special features: Detailed bogies, completely equipped engine room, Polish paint scheme PKP-Cargo

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: PKP
• Era: V
• Color: Red
• Electricity System: DC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• 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.