Roco 7590013 TT electric locomotive 230 003-6, DR, Ep. IV, DC-sound
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Roco 7590013 TT electric locomotive 230 003-6, DR, Ep. IV, DC-sound Product Details
The Roco electric locomotive 230 003-6 of the Deutsche Reichsbahn (DR) in Era IV is designed as a series locomotive of the class 230. The model impresses with its finely detailed design with separately applied plug-in parts and fine spoked wheels. It is based in the Dresden depot, Bw Dresden.
In the 1980s, the DR procured electric dual-system locomotives in order to simplify the constantly growing traffic and operating procedures in cross-border traffic between the GDR and Czechoslovakia. Due to the lack of experience in the field of dual-system technology (GDR: AC voltage 15 kV/16⅔ Hz, ČSSR: DC voltage 3 kV) and the full capacity utilization at the electric locomotive manufacturer LEW in Hennigsdorf, the machines were based on the ČSD series ES 499.1 and 499.2. However, the Škoda locomotive factory had not yet built a machine for the AC system 15 kV/16⅔ Hz, which is why the parts for the AC section were supplied from the GDR. This led to a double order for Škoda with 15 BR 372 locomotives and 20 BR 230 locomotives for the DR.
Features:
- Gauge: TT
- Era: IV
- Railroad company: DR
- Coupling: NEM 358 shaft with KK kinematics
- Minimum radius: 286 mm
- Flywheel mass: Yes
- Traction tires: 2
- Number of powered axles: 4
- Item number: 7590013
- Motor: 5-pole motor
- Headlights: 3 headlights / 2 tail lights, depending on direction of travel
- LED headlights: Yes
- Interface: Electric interface for Next18 locomotives
- Digital decoder: Next18
- Sound: Yes
- Length over buffers: 140 mm
Specs:
- Gauge: TT
- Rail Company: DR
- Era: IV
- Color: Brown
- Electricity System: DC
- Analogue / Digital: Digital
- sound: Yes
- News: 2025
- Type: Electric loco
Instruction manual / Safety instructions:
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CAUTION: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Danger of swallowing! Age recommendation from 14 years.
Frequently asked questions
| Question: | Which model railway layouts is the Roco 7590013 electric locomotive suitable for? |
| Answer: | The model is designed for digital TT scale layouts at a scale of 1:120 using a two-rail DC system. It represents Deutsche Reichsbahn locomotive 230 003-6 from Era IV and is particularly suitable for heavy freight trains and international passenger services. |
| Question: | Is the locomotive supplied with a digital decoder and sound? |
| Answer: | Yes, the model is factory-equipped with a digital decoder and sound functions. It can therefore be used directly on a compatible digital TT scale layout. |
| Question: | Which drive and lighting features does the model provide? |
| Answer: | All six axles are powered, with traction tyres fitted to two of them. A flywheel supports smooth running. The LED lighting changes according to the direction of travel between triple headlights and two red tail lights. |
| Question: | Which distinctive details does the locomotive feature? |
| Answer: | The model has finely reproduced roof equipment, separately fitted handrails and period-appropriate paintwork and lettering. Its six-axle design gives the locomotive a particularly distinctive appearance. |
| Question: | Which dimensions and track radii should be considered? |
| Answer: | Before purchase, users should check the locomotive length, stated minimum radius and available space on curves, sidings and inside engine sheds. Coupling compatibility with existing rolling stock should also be considered. |
