Roco 7520015 electric locomotive 185 389-4, DB AG, Ep. VI (incl. sound) AC current/AC

Roco 7520015 electric locomotive 185 389-4, DB AG, Ep. VI (incl. sound) AC current/AC Product Details

Description

DB 185 389 "Audi CO₂ design" - environmental ambassador on rails

The 185.2 series is one of Bombardier's modern dual-system locomotives, optimized for use under the two AC systems commonly used in Europe. The 185 389 was delivered to DB AG in 2009 and operates under approval for Germany and Austria. As part of a cooperation with AUDI AG for sustainable new vehicle logistics, the locomotive was given an elaborate special design with a CO₂ motif - a rolling statement for environmentally conscious freight transport.

Product details

• Track gauge: H0
• Era: VI
• Railroad company: DB AG
• Length over buffers: 217 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Power system: 3L alternating current (AC)
• Motor: 5-pole high-performance motor
• Number of powered axles: 3
• Number of axles with traction tires: 2
• Coupling: NEM shaft 362 with close coupler link
• Interface: PluX22
• Digital decoder: PluX22, type MS450P22
• Lighting: 3 headlights / 2 tail lights, depending on direction of travel

Design & finish

The locomotive appears in a high-quality CO₂ special design that focuses on the cooperation between DB Cargo and AUDI AG. The officially licensed design impresses with its elaborate printing technique, finely applied logos and filigree lines. Extra windshield wipers and realistic details such as pantographs and fan grilles complete the authentic appearance.

Technical features & special functions

Equipped with a PluX22 digital decoder of type MS450P22, the model offers excellent controllability and full compatibility with modern digital systems. The five-pole motorization with two traction tires enables smooth starting and high tractive power - ideal for heavy freight trains in model railway operation. The light functions are switched according to the direction of travel and can be controlled by the digital command station.

Prototype information

The 185 389 locomotive was specially developed for cross-border freight traffic and is versatile thanks to its crash-optimized locomotive body and the country package for Germany and Austria. The Audi special design is an expression of the joint commitment to climate-neutral logistics and was presented in 2018 as part of a Green Logistics project.

Compatibility & system integration

Perfectly suited for all AC digital systems. Thanks to the PluX22 interface, the locomotive can be digitally expanded in the future. Ideal for combining with modern car transport cars, container trains and Era VI express freight trains.

Scope of delivery

• Electric locomotive 185 389 "Audi CO₂ design"
• Factory-installed PluX22 digital decoder (MS450P22)
• Operating instructions

Purchase arguments & target group

A must-have for modern model railroaders, environmental enthusiasts and TRAXX fans. The officially licensed Audi design and the current Era VI classification make the locomotive an eye-catcher - technically and visually a prime example of sustainable logistics in a model.

Recommended purchase

Now available at Modellbahnshop.de - get the TRAXX 185 389 in the Audi CO₂ design for your H0 layout and set an example for modern, climate-conscious model railroad traffic!

Features:

• Gauge: H0
• Era: VI
• Railroad management: DB AG
• Length over buffers: 217 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Power system: AC
• Motor: 5-pole motor
• Number of powered axles: 3
• Number of axles with traction tires: 2
• Coupler: NEM 362 with close coupler link
• Decoder type: MS450P22
• Interface: PluX22
• Lighting: LED headlights depending on direction of travel
• Design: Elaborate CO₂ printing, officially licensed by AUDI AG
• Extras: Extra attached windshield wipers