Piko 71353 E-Lok 144 021, DB, Ep. IV, AC-Sound

Are you looking for a PIKO electric locomotive 144 021 with AC sound for your H0 layout?

The Piko 71353 electric locomotive 144 021, DB, Ep. IV, AC sound is a EUROTRAIN exclusive model 2025 for model railroaders and collectors who are looking for a special electric locomotive with sound and AC version. The model belongs to the well-known PIKO E 44 or 144 family and combines an interesting prototype history with a detailed model realization.

As a variant with 3L AC, digital equipment and sound, this model is particularly aimed at customers who want to add an expressive DB E locomotive to their H0 layout. The product designation refers to the locomotive as electric locomotive 144 021, DB, Ep. IV, AC sound.Era VI is also stated in the item characteristics. Both details are listed here according to the information provided.

Prototype of the class E 44

The success story of the class E 44 began in 1930 with the pre-series locomotive E 44 001 built by Siemens-Schuckertwerke. The first series of electric locomotives without running axles with single axle drive followed in Germany from 1932. The prototype thus represents an important stage in the development of electric locomotives.

The PIKO E 44 is also described as a success story in the available information. As part of this project, the well-known pre-series locomotive E 44 001, later 144 001-5, was realized as a large series model for the first time. The Piko 71353 is the electric locomotive 144 021, DB Ep. IV, AC sound version within the variants mentioned.

Model realization with a high level of detail

According to the model description, the miniatures of both the pre-production and series locomotives impress with their exact scale realization. Sharp and precise engravings on the body ensure an enormous depth of detail and underline the excellent overall impression. This gives the model a particularly high-quality and detailed appearance.

This careful realization is also continued in the chassis area. Numerous specially attached parts on the striking bogies are mentioned there. Although the model quality is described as identical, the differences between the prototype locomotives have been implemented in the model with the greatest possible depth of detail. This makes the locomotive interesting for collectors who are looking for an accurate model.

Technology, sound and lighting

The Piko 71353 is digitally equipped and has sound. 3L alternating current AC is specified as the power system. The interface is PluX22 and the drive is described in the information provided as proven and robust. The engine room and cab lighting can be switched via the PluX22 interface.

The locomotive has a length over buffers of 176 mm and is specified for a minimum radius of 358 mm. The lighting includes a red-white light change. There is also interior lighting. LEDs are specified as the light source. The coupling system consists of a coupling shaft according to NEM with KK kinematics.

EUROTRAIN exclusive model 2025

The model is designated as a EUROTRAIN exclusive model 2025. The Piko 71353 stands for the AC sound version within the named variants. The other variants mentioned are Piko 71351 as electric locomotive 144 021, DB Ep. IV, and Piko 71352 as DC sound version.

If you are looking for an H0 electric locomotive with AC sound, digital equipment, LED lighting and detailed model realization, the Piko 71353 electric locomotive 144 021, DB, AC sound is a very interesting choice. Add this EUROTRAIN exclusive model 2025 to your collection and secure a special PIKO electric locomotive for your H0 model railroad.

Features:

• Manufacturer: Piko
• Item number: 71353
• Product description: Electric locomotive 144 021, DB, Ep. IV, AC sound
• EUROTRAIN exclusive model 2025
• Size: H0
• Class: Electric locomotive
• Railroad company: DB
• Era according to product designation and variant information: Ep. IV
• Era according to item characteristics: VI
• Power system: 3L alternating current AC
• Digital: yes
• Sound: yes
• Interface: PluX22
• Length over buffers: 176 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Lighting: Light change red-white
• Interior lighting: yes
• Light source: LED
• Coupling system: Coupling shaft according to NEM with KK kinematics
• Prototype history of the class E 44 began in 1930 with the E 44 001
• From 1932 first series of electric locomotives without running axles with single axle drive in Germany
• Exact scale realization according to model description
• Sharp and precise engravings on the body
• Numerous specially attached parts on the striking bogies
• Proven and robust drive as per model description
• Variant within the series: Piko 71353 - Electric locomotive 144 021, DB Ep. IV, AC sound

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: DB
• Era: IV
• Color: Blue
• Electricity System: AC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2026
• Type: Electric loco

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