NEW Roco 6600434 H0 Fahrverschubwagen ÖBB Ep.IV-V

Roco 6600434 H0 Shunting Car ÖBB Ep. IV–V – Austrian shunting car with LED lighting and digital retrofit capability

Would you like to add a special Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) car to your H0 model railroad layout—one that impresses with its fine details and direction-dependent lighting? The Roco 6600434 Dgdo-class shunting car is an interesting addition for model railroaders who want to depict railway operations from Epochs IV and V on their layout. The model features an interior and has finely detailed metal handrails that highlight its intricate design. A special feature is the white and red LED headlight, which changes depending on the direction of travel. In addition, the lighting can be controlled in digital mode by retrofitting a digital decoder. Thus, this ÖBB shunting car combines an attractive model design with interesting technical capabilities.

Prototype-accurate design as an ÖBB shunting car

The Roco shunting car represents a Dgdo-class car of the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). Its classification as Era IV–V makes it an attractive addition to model railroads that focus on Austrian rail traffic during these two eras. The model is a fitting addition, especially for collectors who organize their rolling stock by railway company and time period.

Its design as a shunting car distinguishes it from ordinary passenger cars and gives it a unique character within the Austrian rolling stock. With a length over buffers of 137 mm, the model can also be displayed effectively on more compact layouts. The interior furnishings complement the exterior design and create a harmonious overall appearance.

Delicate metal handrails and meticulously crafted details

Several details take center stage in the design of the Roco 6600434. Particularly noteworthy are the delicate metal handrails, which give the model a three-dimensional and filigree appearance. These separately crafted details really come into their own when viewed up close on the layout or in a display case.

The included interior fittings are also part of the shunting car’s features. They add an important interior detail to the model. Thanks to the combination of interior fittings and delicate metal handrails, the car is suitable for both regular model railroad operation and for a collection of Austrian railroad vehicles. The version for Epochs IV–V provides a clear historical reference for designing your own model railroad layout.

White and red LED lighting that changes with the direction of travel

A special feature of the Roco shunting car is its white and red LED headlights. The lighting changes depending on the direction of travel, ensuring an accurate lighting effect during operation. The technical specifications are designed for analog DC operation.

The car features a PluX16 electrical interface. In digital operation, the headlight and tail light can be made switchable by retrofitting a digital decoder. This allows the model to adapt its lighting to the requirements of a digitally controlled layout. It is important to note the manufacturer’s warning: When used on a center-conductor AC system, the lighting function is not available. This point must be taken into account when selecting and planning the use of the model.

NEM 362 coupler with close-coupling kinematics

For coupling with compatible vehicles, the Roco 6600434 features a NEM 362 coupler socket with close-coupling kinematics. This allows compatible couplers to be used to integrate the shunting car into suitable train formations. The close-coupling kinematics ensure a tight connection between coupled vehicles and contribute to a harmonious appearance.

With a length over buffers of 137 mm, the car can be easily incorporated into train formation planning. The combination of a standardized coupler housing, interior fittings, and lighting functions makes it a versatile addition for H0 model railroaders who wish to collect or operate Austrian rolling stock from Epochs IV and V.

For Austrian model railroad layouts from Eras IV and V

The Roco 6600434 is particularly aimed at model railroaders who wish to design their layout with rolling stock from the Austrian Federal Railways. Because it is classified as Era IV–V, the shunting car can be historically placed within a corresponding model railroad setting. The detailed design, featuring metal handrails and interior fittings, also makes it appealing to collectors who value finely crafted vehicle details.

The lighting also offers additional possibilities for use. In analog DC operation, the direction-dependent LED light is available. Those who control their layout digitally can enable the headlight and tail light to be switched on and off by retrofitting a digital decoder. Please note that no lighting function is available on a center-conductor AC system.

An interesting addition to the ÖBB collection

With the Roco 6600434 H0 Dgdo-class shunting car, you’ll receive a model from the Austrian Federal Railways that combines detailed design with practical technical features. The delicate metal handrails, the interior fittings, and the white or red LED lights make this car an interesting addition for model railroading enthusiasts and collectors of Eras IV–V.

The NEM 362 coupler with close-coupling kinematics facilitates integration into suitable train formations. The PluX16 interface also allows for the retrofitting of a digital decoder to enable switching of the lead and tail lights in digital operation. Please note the restriction regarding center-conductor AC systems. Add the Roco Shunting Car to your Austrian H0 model railroad and expand your collection with a distinctive ÖBB vehicle!

Features:

• Scale: H0
• Era: IV–V
• Railroad Company: ÖBB
• Power System: DC Analog
• Length over buffers: 137 mm
• Shunting car, Class Dgdo
• Equipped with interior details
• White/red LED headlight that changes with the direction of travel
• In digital operation, the headlight and tail light can be switched by retrofitting a digital decoder
• With fine metal handrails
• Headlights: 3 headlights / 1 taillight, direction-dependent
• Interface: PluX16 electrical interface for locomotives
• Coupler: NEM 362 shaft with KK kinematics
• Warning! No lighting function when used on the center-conductor AC system!
• LED headlight: Yes

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