Piko 98558B H0 BR 218 Diesel Locomotive, DB AG, Era V, AC-Digital

Piko 98558B H0 BR 218 Diesel Locomotive, DB AG, Era V, AC-Digital Product Details

Description

Are you looking for an H0 BR 218 diesel locomotive for digital AC operation?

With the Piko 98558B H0 DB AG Class 218 diesel locomotive, you’ll get a model that’s ideal for model railroading enthusiasts looking for a 1:87-scale diesel locomotive for an AC system. The model is listed as an H0-scale version with a 16.5 mm track gauge and is described as an AC digital model. This locomotive is therefore ideal for anyone who wants to expand their H0 layout with a DB AG diesel locomotive.

The BR 218 is offered here as a DB AG diesel locomotive. The product description mentions Era V, while the technical specifications list Era VI. This information is therefore reproduced as provided. The model is assigned to Germany and bears the DB AG railway company logo.

Piko 98558B BR 218 DB AG AC Digital Diesel Locomotive

The manufacturer of this model is Piko. The locomotive is H0 scale and is built to a 1:87 scale. The power source is specified as alternating current (AC). The product type is a diesel locomotive. The model is described as “H0 Scale AC. Diesel Locomotive BR 218 DB AG AC Digital” and comes factory-equipped with digital controls.

A motor is included for operation. Additionally, the model features a cab interior. This detail makes the locomotive particularly interesting for model railroaders who consider not only the exterior appearance but also the available model specifications when selecting vehicles.

Lighting Function and Couplers

The Piko H0 Diesel Locomotive BR 218 is equipped with a three-light headlight. The light changes direction with the direction of travel. This gives the model an important lighting feature for layout operation and allows it to be used with a changing headlight depending on the direction of travel.

The couplers specified include a NEM 362 coupler mount and U-shaped couplers. This information is particularly relevant if the model is to be integrated into an existing fleet. The specified coupler data helps ensure the locomotive fits properly into the existing H0 layout.

Who is this H0 diesel locomotive suitable for?

The Piko 98558B is a good choice for model railroading enthusiasts looking for an AC-powered DB AG BR 218 diesel locomotive. Thanks to its factory-installed digital equipment, the model is suitable for layouts where AC digital operation is desired. Collectors of DB AG H0 models will also find this locomotive to be a diesel locomotive with clearly specified technical features.

The model is particularly appealing to customers looking for an H0 locomotive with a 3-light headlight, direction-dependent light switching, a cab, and a NEM 362 coupler mount. The combination of AC power, factory-installed digital features, and the BR 218 DB AG design makes this diesel locomotive a perfect addition to relevant H0 collections and layouts.

Pre-order the Piko BR 218 AC Digital for your H0 layout now

If you’d like to expand your model railroad with a DB AG diesel locomotive, the Piko 98558B H0 Diesel Locomotive BR 218 offers an interesting option. The model is designed for H0 scale with a 16.5 mm track gauge, features AC power, and comes factory-equipped with digital control. Get this BR 218 from Piko as the perfect addition to your H0 world.

Features:

• Manufacturer: Piko
• Item Number: 98558B
• Product: H0 Diesel Locomotive BR 218, DB AG, AC-Digital
• Track gauge: H0 gauge, 16.5 mm
• Scale: 1:87
• Power supply: AC
• Product type: Diesel locomotive
• Railroad company: DB AG
• Country: Germany
• Era according to product description: Era V
• Era according to technical specifications: Era VI
• Digital out of the box: yes
• Motor: yes
• Interior: Driver’s cab
• Lights: 3-light headlights
• Lights change direction with the train’s direction of travel
• Couplings: NEM 362 coupling mount
• Couplings: U-shaped couplings
• Age restriction: Not suitable for children under 14