Roco 7380024 TT diesel locomotive 232 550-4, DB AG, Ep. VI

Roco 7380024 TT diesel locomotive 232 550-4, DB AG, Ep. VI Product Details

Description

Roco diesel locomotive 232 550-4 - TT, DB Bahnbau Group, Era VI

The Roco 7380024 model shows the impressive class 232 "Ludmilla" (232 550-4) in the modern railroad construction design of Deutsche Bahn AG. The locomotive appears in its current operating condition with a colored driver's cab rear wall and is ideally designed for heavy construction trains on TT layouts.

Design & workmanship

The locomotive impresses with a high-quality, current color scheme to match the DB Bahnbau Group. The multi-colored rear wall of the driver's cab has a particularly detailed design. Intricate printing and neatly implemented details round off the appearance.

Technology & equipment

The six powered axles, two of which have traction tires, provide strong tractive power. A flywheel mass improves running stability. The lighting includes a 3 headlights and 2 tail lights that light up depending on the direction of travel. The head and tail lights can be switched via DIP switches. The model is electrically designed for DC analog operation. The interface is a PluX16 for possible digital retrofitting.

Historical background

The class 232, also known as the "Ludmilla", originates from Soviet production and was used by the Deutsche Reichsbahn from the 1970s. Today, it is used by the DB Bahnbau Group for heavy construction train services, among others. The 232 550-4 was painted in the current railroad construction colors in 2025 and thus represents the modern face of this legendary locomotive series.

Compatibility & possible uses

The model is suitable for TT analog systems (DC) and can be used with classic direct current systems. Thanks to the PluX16 interface, later digitization is possible. The locomotive is particularly suitable for use with construction or heavy goods trains in modern Era VI scenarios.

Purchase arguments & target group

This model is ideal for model railroaders who are looking for a powerful locomotive with a high level of detail and an authentic look. Its use in construction train contexts and layouts with a focus on modern railroad construction vehicles is particularly exciting.

Recommended purchase

Get the Roco 232 550-4 diesel locomotive in railroad construction design now - an attractive and powerful locomotive for your TT fleet. Ideal for analog layouts with the option of digital expansion. Order now!

Features

• Gauge: TT
• Era: VI
• Railroad company: DB AG
• Electrics: DC analog operation
• Interface: PluX16 (digital retrofit option)
• 6 powered axles, 2 with traction tires
• Integrated flywheel mass
• 3 headlights / 2 marker lights, LED, dependent on direction of travel
• Switchable headlights/tail lights via DIP switch
• Multi-colored rear wall of driver's cab
• Length over buffers: 174 mm
• Minimum radius: 267 mm
• Coupling: NEM 358 shaft (without KK kinematics)