Roco 7500062 H0 electric locomotive Rh 1116 „Fußball vereint Europa“, ÖBB, Ep. VI

Roco 7500062 H0 Electric Locomotive Rh 1116 “Football Unites Europe,” ÖBB, Era VI: A Unique Locomotive for Football Fans

The Roco 7500062 Electric Locomotive Rh 1116 “Football Unites Europe” is a special limited edition created for the UEFA European Football Championship 2024, making it a perfect model for both railway and football enthusiasts. This Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) electric locomotive, in H0 scale, celebrates the unity of football fans across Europe. With a vibrant design featuring dynamic football scenes and flags of participating countries, this model, based on the reliable Taurus platform, operates in Era VI and can be seen pulling Railjet trains across Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.

A Rolling Ambassador: The Rh 1116 “Football Unites Europe”

The Rh 1116, also known as the Taurus, is one of the ÖBB’s most powerful electric locomotives, renowned for its impressive traction and reliability. It serves as the ideal locomotive for prestigious Railjet trains that connect cities across Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. This special design pays tribute to football’s unifying spirit, with its eye-catching livery depicting football motifs and European symbols, capturing the excitement of the 2024 European Football Championship on the rails.

As an ambassadorial locomotive, the Rh 1116 symbolizes the camaraderie between fans with its vibrant design and depictions of dynamic football scenes. Produced in limited numbers specifically for the European Championship, it’s not just a collector’s item but also a functional model suitable for any H0 layout depicting modern rail traffic.

Technical Highlights of the Roco 7500062 Rh 1116

The Roco 7500062 Rh 1116 model boasts various technical features that make it a standout choice for model railway enthusiasts. The locomotive includes a PluX22 interface, allowing for the easy addition of a digital decoder for DCC operation. Even in analog mode, this model impresses with its directional 3-headlight system and 2 tail lights, all of which can be controlled via DIP switches.

Designed for DC operation, the model features an NEM 362 coupling shaft with close-coupling mechanisms. Additionally, the included coupling adapter allows the locomotive to connect seamlessly with Railjet models equipped with an electric coupling, making it versatile for realistic Railjet setups on your layout.

Detailed Design and Exclusive Extras

One of the most striking aspects of this model is its intricate “Football Unites Europe” livery. Alongside the dynamic football scenes, the locomotive displays the flags of the participating countries, reflecting the shared spirit of the European football community. The detailed roof design further enhances the model’s realism, meeting the high standards expected of modern model railway locomotives.

With a length over buffers of 221 mm and a minimum curve radius of 358 mm, this locomotive is well-suited for H0 layouts. Equipped with four driven axles and one axle with traction tires, the Rh 1116 has high pulling power. Additionally, a Swiss package is included, preparing the locomotive for use on the Swiss railway network.

To add to its exclusivity, the locomotive comes with a pair of Roco socks featuring a football design, making it a unique collector’s item for football fans and model railroaders alike.

Recommendation: A Locomotive for Football Fans and Collectors

The Roco 7500062 Electric Locomotive Rh 1116 “Football Unites Europe” is a must-have limited edition for anyone passionate about both football and model trains. Its vibrant livery and limited production run make it a highly sought-after collector’s item, perfect for any H0 layout. With its robust technical features and compatibility with Railjet trains, this model offers versatility and a special thematic touch to your layout.

Whether as a collectible or as a fully operational model, this locomotive brings the excitement of the 2024 European Football Championship to the rails, delighting fans who share a love for both sports and model railroading.

Features:

• Scale: H0
• Era: VI
• Railway Operator: ÖBB
• Power System: Direct Current (DC)
• Length Over Buffers: 221 mm
• Minimum Radius: 358 mm
• Number of Driven Axles: 4
• Number of Axles with Traction Tires: 1
• Coupling: NEM 362 with close-coupling mechanism
• Interface: PluX22 for digital decoder
• Headlight Configuration: 3-headlight / 2-tail light, directional
• Includes additional pantograph and Swiss package for compatibility with Swiss rail network
• Switchable headlight and tail light via DIP switches
• Limited edition for the 2024 European Football Championship
• Includes a pair of Roco socks with football design

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: ÖBB/BBÖ
• Era: VI
• Color: Multi-Colored
• Electricity System: DC
• Digital: No
• sound: No
• News: 2024
• Type: Electric loco

Instruction manual / Safety instructions:

• Manual (1.01 MB)

Downloads:

• Spare Parts (1.09 MB)

Further links:

• Print View

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