NEW Roco 7120069 H0 Dampflok BR 85 006 DB Ep.III AC-Sound

Roco 7120069 H0 Steam Locomotive BR 85 006 DB Ep. III AC Sound – Legendary Höllentalbahn Locomotive with Digital Sound

Would you like to experience the impressive power of one of Germany’s heaviest tender locomotives on your H0 model railroad layout? The Roco 7120069 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, the locomotive captivates with its imposing design, a characteristic double-compound air pump, and finely crafted metal wheel sets. Thanks to the factory-installed PluX22 sound decoder, the digitally controllable cab lighting, and the separately controllable red tail light, this AC version offers an extraordinary model railroad 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 enormous tractive effort and five-axle bogie design enabled reliable operation on steep sections of track. Their burly appearance made the Class 85 an unmistakable part of German steam locomotive history.

The Höllental Railway—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. Its steep gradients, in particular, placed high demands on the locomotives in service. The Class 85, developed specifically for this route, quickly proved its worth in daily operation thanks to its high tractive effort. These heavy tender locomotives handled demanding hauling duties and shaped the character of historic rail transport in the Black Forest. With the Roco BR 85 006, you can recreate this extraordinary railroad atmosphere on your H0 layout—for example, with steeply graded tracks, tunnels, historic stations, and matching train formations.

Early Era III edition model with special metal details

The Roco 7120069 depicts the 85 006 steam locomotive as it appeared during the early days of the Deutsche Bundesbahn. A distinctive feature is the characteristic double-compound air pump, which underscores the historic locomotive’s appearance. Added to this are finely crafted metal wheel sets as well as leading and trailing wheels, each with nine spokes. These details give the model a particularly prototypical appearance. The impressive undercarriage, with its five coupled axles, also comes into its own during slow runs. To further enhance the livery, parts of the locomotive nameplates are included as etched parts. This makes this Edition model suitable for both running on the layout and for discerning steam locomotive collectors.

AC Digital Operation with PluX22 Sound Decoder

A special highlight of the Roco 7120069 is its factory-integrated digital and sound technology. The steam locomotive is designed for digital AC operation on compatible H0 center-conductor layouts and features a built-in PluX22 digital decoder with sound. This allows you to control the locomotive’s movements via a compatible digital control center and accompany them with authentic steam locomotive sounds. The sound features create an impressive atmosphere, especially when pulling away with a heavy train, traveling on steep gradients, or performing shunting maneuvers in the station. No additional decoder retrofit is required for the intended digital operation and sound functionality.

Digitally controllable cab lighting & red tail light

In addition to its integrated sound functions, the Roco BR 85 006 offers an interesting set of digital lighting features. The prototypical two-light headlight is equipped with modern LED technology and matches the historical operating conditions 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, 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 & Flywheel

The Roco 7120069 also impresses technically with its high-performance design. A five-pole motor, combined with a flywheel, ensures smooth running characteristics and supports quiet operation. All five coupled axles are driven, while one axle is equipped with traction tires to improve traction. This makes the model well-suited for use in front of historic passenger and freight trains. With a length over buffers of 187 mm and a minimum curve radius of 358 mm, this heavy tender locomotive can be used on appropriately designed H0 center-track layouts. The NEM 362 coupler sockets with close-coupling kinematics allow for coupling with suitable cars.

Matching train sets for the Höllentalbahn in Era III

The Roco BR 85 006 is ideal for model railroad layouts focused on the Deutsche Bundesbahn and early Era III. This heavy tender locomotive pairs particularly well with historic passenger cars, express train cars, and matching freight cars. A model railroad layout featuring steep gradients, bridges, tunnels, and classic Black Forest stations provides the ideal backdrop for operating this impressive locomotive. Its powerful appearance, digital sound, and movable drive and coupling rods are particularly well showcased during a slow climb uphill. Designing a small rail depot also opens up interesting possibilities for varied steam locomotive operations.

An exceptional AC Sound Edition model for DB collectors

The Roco 7120069 combines the fascinating history of Germany’s heaviest tender locomotives with a highly detailed H0 model and modern digital technology. The small production run of just ten locomotives in real life, its legendary service on the Höllentalbahn, and its imposing design give the Class 85 a special appeal. This special edition model impresses with its double-compound air pump, the finely detailed metal wheel sets, and the characteristic nine spokes on the leading and trailing wheels. The factory-installed PluX22 sound decoder, the switchable cab lighting, and the separately switchable red tail light add attractive features to the locomotive. Get the Roco BR 85 006 in the AC Sound version and experience the impressive power of this legendary Höllentalbahn steam locomotive on your H0 model railroad layout!

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Era: III
• Railroad Company: DB
• Locomotive: 85 006
• Class: 85
• Type: Heavy tender steam locomotive
• Edition model
• Early Era III design
• 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: AC 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: AC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2027
• Type: Steam loco

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