NEW Roco 7520214 H0 E-Lok RM RE436 114-3 Stahl Gerlafingen Ep.V AC-Sound

Roco 7520214 H0 Electric Locomotive Re 436 114-3 “Stahl Gerlafingen” RM – Era V AC Digital with Sound

Are you looking for an extraordinary Swiss electric locomotive that will be an eye-catcher on your model railroad layout with its striking advertising design and authentic sound features? With the Roco 7520214 Re 436 114-3 “Stahl Gerlafingen,” you can bring a true cult classic of Swiss private rail transport to your H0 tracks.

This electric locomotive from Regionalverkehr Mittelland (RM) impresses with its meticulously recreated full-body advertisement for Stahl Gerlafingen. The distinctive front end with large round headlights, the prototypical design without a front emblem, and the delicate pantographs give the model an unmistakable appearance.

As an AC-Digital version with an integrated sound decoder, the Roco Re 436 not only boasts impressive visuals but also offers numerous digital lighting and sound functions. This makes this special Swiss electric locomotive ideal for discerning model railroading enthusiasts and collectors of historically significant private railway vehicles.

The Re 436 114-3 – A Swiss Iconic Locomotive with a Unique History

The history of the Re 436 is closely linked to the high-performance Swiss electric locomotives of the Re 4/4 III class. These four-axle locomotives were developed for demanding track conditions and proved their worth over many years in passenger and freight service.

Regionalverkehr Mittelland operated five locomotives of this type, which were later designated as Re 436. They handled a wide variety of transport tasks and were an important part of Swiss private railway operations.

The Re 436 114 gained particular notoriety for its eye-catching full-body advertisement for Stahl Gerlafingen. The long-established Swiss steel company used the locomotive as a rolling advertisement, making it one of the most distinctive private-rail electric locomotives of its time.

For many years, the locomotive operated with this design and was used not only in the Mittelland region but also far beyond. The freight division of Regionalverkehr Mittelland was later incorporated into the development of Crossrail.

With the Roco model, this fascinating chapter of Swiss railway and industrial history can be impressively recreated on an H0 model railroad layout.

Elaborate “Stahl Gerlafingen” advertising design in H0 scale

An unmistakable eye-catcher on any model railroad layout

The standout feature of the Roco 7520214 is the exceptionally meticulous reproduction of the historic “Stahl Gerlafingen” advertising design.

The large-scale advertising gives the electric locomotive a distinctive appearance and clearly sets it apart from the classic color schemes of Swiss rail companies.

With this model, Roco places special emphasis on recreating the characteristic appearance. The elaborate printing makes the Re 436 114-3 an attractive collector’s item and an exceptional locomotive for prototypical freight service.

Typical private railway front with large round headlights

Another special detail is the characteristic front design. The locomotive features the large round headlights typical of this private railway variant.

The model also incorporates the version without a front emblem. As a result, the Roco Re 436 114-3 differs from other variants of the Swiss Re 4/4 family in important details.

The striking boxy shape, the characteristic window arrangement, and the finely crafted front sections underscore the authentic overall impression.

Delicate pantographs with innovative mounting

The roof equipment is one of the defining features of a Swiss electric locomotive. For the Re 436 114-3, Roco has opted for pantographs with an innovative mounting system that enables a convincing and prototypical representation.

Together with the carefully designed roof details, this creates a harmonious model that impresses even upon close inspection.

AC-Digital with Sound – Experience the Atmosphere of Swiss Railways

The Roco 7520214 comes factory-equipped with a PluX22 sound decoder and is designed for digital AC operation.

This allows you to run the electric locomotive on a compatible AC-Digital layout and access the integrated sound functions via your digital control center.

The sound features give the locomotive a lively character and complement the visually striking advertising design with an appropriate soundscape.

This creates a varied model railroading experience, especially during shunting, starting up, or when operating at the head of a freight train.

Swiss headlight pattern and digitally controllable lighting

A special feature is the prototypical Swiss headlight switching with LED lighting.

In digital mode, the headlight and tail light can be switched on and off individually. This allows you to realistically simulate various operating scenarios on your model railroad layout.

In addition, the locomotive features digitally controllable cab lighting and engine room lighting. These functions provide interesting glimpses into the model and create a striking effect, especially when the room lighting is dimmed.

Z21 Cab for a Special Driving Experience

A matching Z21 cab is also available for the Roco Re 436 114-3.

When used with a compatible Z21 digital controller and the corresponding software, you can operate the locomotive via a virtual cab interface.

This feature makes the model particularly appealing to digital model railroaders who want to control their locomotives as realistically as possible.

Powerful Drive System for Swiss Freight Transport

The Roco Re 436 114-3 features a proven drive design with three powered axles. An integrated flywheel ensures smooth running characteristics and contributes to harmonious operation.

An axle with traction tires improves power transfer to the rails and supports its use with appropriate freight trains.

With a length of 177 mm over buffers, the locomotive has scale-accurate proportions and is ideal for Swiss H0 model rail layouts featuring main lines, freight yards, and industrial spurs.

The standardized coupler housing with close-coupling kinematics allows for combination with numerous compatible freight cars.

Prototype-accurate train formations with the Re 436 “Stahl Gerlafingen”

This eye-catching promotional locomotive is particularly well-suited for recreating Swiss freight traffic from Era V.

Compatible freight cars—such as flat cars, stake cars, sliding-wall cars, or other cars designed for industrial transport tasks—allow for varied train formations.

Its use in steel transport operations is particularly interesting. With suitable flat cars and a matching load of steel sections, beams, or coils, you can create a thematically consistent freight train that is an excellent fit for promoting Stahl Gerlafingen.

The Re 436 114-3 also cuts a fine figure at a larger Swiss freight yard or on a route with varied private railway traffic.

A special collector’s model for enthusiasts of Swiss private railroads

The Roco 7520214 is aimed at model railroaders who appreciate exceptional electric locomotives with an interesting real-life history.

The combination of striking full-body advertising, a distinctive private railway front, and extensive digital features makes this model particularly attractive.

Collectors of Swiss electric locomotives will find this an interesting addition to the classic Re 4/4 family. At the same time, the locomotive offers a wide range of applications on a prototype-oriented model railroad layout.

With its integrated sound decoder, switchable lighting functions, and the ability to control it via the Z21 cab controller, Roco combines traditional Swiss railway history with modern model railroad technology.

Roco 7520214 – The iconic “Stahl Gerlafingen” locomotive for your H0 collection

With the Roco 7520214 H0 electric locomotive Re 436 114-3 from Regionalverkehr Mittelland, you’re choosing an exceptional model with high recognition value.

The elaborate “Stahl Gerlafingen” advertising design, the large round headlights, the authentic front without a coat of arms, and the delicate pantographs make this Swiss electric locomotive a real eye-catcher.

Thanks to AC digital technology, an integrated sound decoder, Swiss lighting patterns, and switchable cab and engine room lighting, the locomotive offers a versatile and realistic driving experience.

Enrich your Swiss locomotive fleet with a true advertising locomotive legend! Discover the Roco Re 436 114-3 “Stahl Gerlafingen” now in our model train shop and bring a fascinating piece of Swiss private railway history to your H0 tracks.

Features:

• Manufacturer: Roco
• Item Number: 7520214
• Model: Re 436 114-3 “Stahl Gerlafingen” electric locomotive
• Series: Re 436 / Re 4/4 III
• Railroad Company: Regionalverkehr Mittelland (RM)
• Railway Administration: Swiss Private Railway
• Gauge: H0
• Scale: 1:87
• Era: V
• Version featuring elaborate full-body “Stahl Gerlafingen” advertising
• Highly detailed reproduction of the historic advertising design
• Characteristic private railway front end with large round headlights
• Prototype-accurate front without a coat of arms
• Pantograph with innovative mounting
• Power system: AC Digital (alternating current)
• Digital decoder: PluX22
• Digital interface: PluX22
• Sound: Yes, factory-installed
• Swiss headlight pattern
• LED headlight
• Headlights and taillights can be switched on and off in digital mode
• Digitally controllable cab lighting
• Digitally switchable engine room lighting
• Additional digital lighting functions
• Z21 driver's cab available
• Driven axles: 3
• Axles with traction tires: 1
• Flywheel: Yes
• Coupler: NEM 362 with close-coupling kinematics
• Minimum curve radius: 358 mm
• Length over buffers: 177 mm
• Suitable for compatible H0 AC digital layouts
• Ideal for Swiss freight trains and private railway operations of Era V
• Of particular interest to collectors of Swiss electric locomotives and historic promotional locomotives

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