NEW Roco 7110069 H0 Dampflok BR 85 006 DB Ep.III DCC-Sound

Roco 7110069 H0 Steam Locomotive BR 85 006 DB Ep. III DCC Sound – Legendary Höllentalbahn Locomotive with Digital Sound

Would you like to experience one of the most impressive German steam locomotives on your H0 model railroad layout with authentic sound? The Roco 7110069 BR 85 006 steam locomotive from the Deutsche Bundesbahn (DB) brings the fascinating history of the legendary Höllentalbahn to your tracks. As a special edition model in the early Era III style, this heavy tender locomotive captivates with its imposing design, a characteristic double-compound air pump, and finely crafted metal wheel sets. A factory-installed PluX22 sound decoder, digitally controllable cab lighting, and a separately controllable red tail light ensure an impressive driving experience.

Prototype: The Class 85—Germany’s heaviest tender locomotive

The Class 85 steam locomotives are among the most extraordinary German standard-design steam locomotives. A total of only ten locomotives of this class were built. With a service weight of approximately 133 metric tons, they were the heaviest tender locomotives ever operated in Germany. These powerful locomotives were developed specifically for the demanding service on the Höllentalbahn in the Black Forest. Their high tractive effort and five-axle bogie design enabled reliable operation on steep sections of track. Their imposing appearance and extraordinary operational history continue to make the Class 85 a fascinating model for steam locomotive enthusiasts to this day.

The Höllentalbahn – Demanding Steam Locomotive Operation in the Black Forest

The Höllentalbahn, running between Freiburg im Breisgau and the Upper Black Forest, is one of Germany’s most famous mountain rail lines. The steep gradients, in particular, placed high demands on the locomotives in service. The Class 85 was developed for this demanding service, and its powerful design quickly proved its worth on the mountain route. These sturdy tender locomotives handled heavy hauls and left their mark on historic rail transport in the Black Forest. With the Roco BR 85 006, you can recreate this special atmosphere on your model railroad layout—for example, with a route featuring steep gradients, historic stations, and period-appropriate passenger or freight trains.

Early Era III edition model with special metal details

The Roco 7110069 depicts the 85 006 steam locomotive as it appeared in service with the early Deutsche Bundesbahn. The model’s distinctive design features a characteristic double-compound air pump as well as finely crafted metal wheel sets. Of particular interest are the leading and trailing wheels, each with nine spokes, which emphasize the prototype-accurate appearance. The solid undercarriage, with its five coupled axles, gives the locomotive its unmistakable silhouette. To further enhance the signage, parts of the locomotive nameplates are included as etched parts. This makes this Edition model appealing both for regular operation and for collectors of historic DB steam locomotives.

DCC Digital Operation with PluX22 Sound Decoder

A special highlight of this version is the factory-integrated digital and sound technology. The Roco 7110069 is designed for digital DC operation on H0 two-wire layouts and features a built-in PluX22 digital decoder with sound. This allows the locomotive’s movements to be controlled via a compatible DCC digital command station and accompanied by appropriate steam locomotive sound effects. The sound system creates a lively railroad atmosphere, especially when starting a heavy train, during slow shunting maneuvers, or while traveling on a route with steep gradients. No additional decoder retrofit is required for the intended digital operation and sound.

Digitally controllable cab lighting and red tail light

In addition to its sound features, the Roco BR 85 006 offers an interesting set of digital lighting features. The prototypical two-light headlight with LED technology corresponds to the historical appearance of the early Era III. In addition, the model features digitally controllable LED cab lighting, which effectively highlights the locomotive crew’s workspace. Another special feature is the red tail light on the tender side of the locomotive, which can be switched on and off separately in digital mode. This function enables additional prototypical lighting scenarios and makes digital model railroad operation particularly varied.

Powerful Drive with a Five-Pole Motor and Flywheel

The Roco 7110069 also impresses technically with its high-performance design. A five-pole motor, combined with a flywheel, ensures smooth running characteristics and quiet operation. All five coupled axles are driven, while one axle is equipped with traction tires to assist with traction. This configuration provides excellent conditions for use with longer historical train formations. With a length over buffers of 187 mm and a minimum curve radius of 358 mm, this heavy tender locomotive can be operated on appropriately designed H0 track layouts. The NEM 362 coupler sockets with close-coupling kinematics allow for coupling with suitable passenger and freight cars.

Suitable train formations for the Höllentalbahn

The Roco BR 85 006 is ideal for model railroad layouts focused on the Deutsche Bundesbahn and early Era III. The locomotive looks particularly authentic when paired with historic passenger cars, express train cars, and period-appropriate freight trains. A model railroad layout featuring gradients, tunnels, viaducts, and classic stations provides the ideal backdrop for operating this impressive steam locomotive. Thanks to the digital sound functions and switchable lighting, you can create impressive station departures, train journeys, and shunting maneuvers. The BR 85 offers numerous interesting application possibilities, especially for model railroaders who wish to recreate a Black Forest route or a challenging mountain railway operation.

An exceptional DCC Sound Edition model for DB collectors

The Roco 7110069 combines the fascinating history of one of Germany’s heaviest tender locomotives with a high-quality H0 model and modern sound technology. The small production run of just ten locomotives in real life, its legendary service on the Höllentalbahn, and its imposing design make the Class 85 particularly interesting. This Edition model impresses with its double-compound air pump, the finely detailed metal wheel sets, and the characteristic design of the leading and trailing wheels. With the factory-installed PluX22 sound decoder, digitally controllable cab lighting, and a separately controllable red tail light, this version offers additional highlights. Get the Roco BR 85 006 with DCC sound and experience the impressive power of the legendary Höllentalbahn steam locomotive on your H0 model railroad layout!

Features:

• Scale: H0
• Era: III
• Railroad Company: DB
• Locomotive: 85 006
• Class: 85
• Type: Heavy tender steam locomotive
• Edition model
• Early Era III version
• Prototype: Höllentalbahn in the Black Forest
• With double-compound air pump
• Fine metal wheel sets
• Leading and trailing wheels, each with 9 spokes
• Some signage is additionally included as etched parts
• Power system: DC Digital
• Digital decoder: PluX22, factory-installed
• Sound: Yes, factory-integrated
• Motor: Five-pole motor
• Drive with flywheel
• 5 driven axles
• 1 axle with traction tires
• Lighting: Prototype-accurate LED dual-light headlight
• Cab lighting: LED, digitally controllable
• Red tail light on the tender side: Digitally controllable
• Coupler: NEM 362 with close-coupling mechanism
• Minimum curve radius: 358 mm
• Length over buffers: 187 mm

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: DB
• Era: III
• Color: Black
• Electricity System: DC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2027
• Type: Steam loco

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