NEW Roco 7100058 H0 Dampflokomotive S160 2253 USATC rot Ep.II

Roco 7100058 H0 Steam Locomotive S160 2253 USATC Red, Era II – An Exceptional Wartime Locomotive as a Limited-Edition Model

Are you looking for an extraordinary steam locomotive for your H0 model railroad layout—one that will captivate you with its unique paint scheme and fascinating railway history? The Roco 7100058 S160 2253 steam locomotive of the United States Army Transportation Corps (USATC) brings an impressive piece of international locomotive history to your tracks. The striking red livery makes this American wartime locomotive a real eye-catcher. As a limited-edition model, the S160 features intricate details, wheel sets with low flanges, and an authentic design without front lighting. An interesting collector’s model for enthusiasts of historic steam locomotives and exceptional Era II railroad vehicles.

Prototype: The USATC S160 – A Steam Locomotive for Worldwide Use

The S160-class steam locomotives were developed during World War II for the United States Army Transportation Corps. The locomotives had to be capable of operating under a wide variety of conditions and were therefore designed as robust, versatile tender-type locomotives. A key requirement was compliance with the comparatively narrow British clearance gauge, so that the locomotives could also operate on European lines designed to those specifications. A total of 2,120 S160-class locomotives were manufactured. This makes the series one of the most extensively produced types of steam locomotives. Their use on various railway networks makes the S160 an extraordinary chapter in international railway history.

“The Yank” and “Rattlesnake”—A Locomotive with Unique Nicknames

The USATC S160 also became known among railroad enthusiasts as “The Yank”—a reference to its American origin. The series earned another distinctive nickname due to its characteristic operating noises: the locomotives were called “Rattlesnake” because of the conspicuous rattling of their control mechanism. This sound was one of the most striking features of the historic prototype. The Roco S160 2253 pays homage to these extraordinary steam locomotives, which were used under difficult conditions and made railway history thanks to their robust construction.

Special red edition in a one-time limited run

A special highlight of the Roco 7100058 is its attractive red color scheme. It gives the locomotive an unusual appearance and clearly sets it apart from classic black freight steam locomotives. Roco is releasing this special version as a limited-edition model. Its unique operating condition underscores its collector’s appeal and makes the S160 2253 an intriguing eye-catcher within a historical steam locomotive collection. This locomotive holds special appeal, particularly for model railroaders who appreciate unusual color variations and international railroad history.

Delicate details and wheel sets with low flanges

The Roco S160 2253 steam locomotive impresses with its characteristic trailing tender design and meticulous model craftsmanship. Numerous intricate snap-fit parts complement the unique design and ensure a prototypical overall appearance. Of particular note are the wheel sets with low flanges, which contribute to the realistic appearance of the undercarriage. Another important feature is the authentic design without front lighting. Roco has deliberately omitted front lighting on this model to accurately represent the depicted operating condition. These distinctive features make the S160 appealing to both regular model railroaders and discerning collectors.

Model Technology with a Five-Pole Motor and Flywheel

The Roco 7100058 is designed for analog DC operation on H0 two-wire track layouts. A five-pole motor, combined with a flywheel, ensures smooth running characteristics and supports quiet operation. Two axles are powered, while two axles are equipped with traction tires to improve traction. This makes the model well-suited for use with appropriate historic train formations. The locomotive has a length over buffers of 211 mm and is designed for a minimum curve radius of 358 mm. NEM 362 coupling sockets with close-coupling kinematics are provided for connecting to compatible cars.

PluX22 Digital Interface for Future Digitalization

Although the Roco S160 2253 is shipped as an analog DC locomotive, it already features a PluX22 digital interface. This allows the locomotive to be retrofitted with a suitable digital decoder as needed and prepared for digital model railroad operation. A digital or sound decoder is not factory-installed in this version. The existing interface thus offers interesting possibilities for model railroaders who wish to operate their layout digitally at a later date. The intentionally omitted headlight is part of the prototypical design and is not a missing feature.

Historical Transport Trains and Versatile Applications

The Roco 7100058 is ideal for H0 model railroad layouts focusing on international railway history and Era II. Of particular interest is the depiction of historic military and transport trains, as they were used on various railway networks during World War II. Matching covered freight cars, open cars, and other period-appropriate transport vehicles offer numerous possibilities for creating varied train formations. A historic freight yard or a larger model railroad layout with an international focus also provides a suitable backdrop. Thanks to its distinctive red paint scheme, the S160 2253 is also an attractive centerpiece within a locomotive collection.

A special edition model for steam locomotive collectors and railway historians

The Roco 7100058 combines the extraordinary history of the American S160-class wartime locomotives with an attractive H0-scale model. The special red paint scheme, the delicate snap-fit parts, the low flanges, and the authentic design without headlights give the locomotive an unmistakable character. The limited edition run, in particular, makes this model of special interest to collectors. Thanks to its five-pole motor, flywheel, and PluX22 digital interface, the S160 2253 is also suitable for classic operation with the option for later digitalization. Expand your steam locomotive collection with the Roco S160 2253 from the USATC and add this extraordinary piece of international railroad history to your H0 model railroad layout!

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Era: II
• Railroad Company: USATC
• Locomotive: S160 2253
• Class: S160
• Type: Tender-type steam locomotive
• Special Edition Model
• Limited edition in a special operating condition
• Attractive red paint scheme
• Delicate snap-fit parts
• Authentic design without headlights
• Wheel sets with low flanges
• Historical prototype: USATC wartime locomotive
• Nicknames: “The Yank” and “Rattlesnake”
• Power system: DC analog
• Motor: Five-pole motor
• Flywheel drive
• 2 powered axles
• 2 axles with traction tires
• Digital: Can be retrofitted via PluX22 interface
• Coupling: NEM 362 with short-coupling kinematics
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Length over buffers: 211 mm

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: US-Rail
• Era: II
• Color: Red
• Electricity System: DC
• Analogue / Digital: Analogue
• sound: No
• News: 2027
• Type: Steam loco

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