Roco 78161 electric locomotive 1631, NS, Ep.IV

H0 Series 1600 NS Electric Locomotive - Era IV | 3L Alternating Current with Digital Functions

Based on the French BB 7200, the Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) developed the powerful Series 1600 electric locomotives - a milestone in the history of the Dutch railroad. When they were introduced in 1981, they were the most powerful locomotives in the NS fleet and proved themselves in heavy passenger and freight service. The finely detailed H0 model perfectly reflects this technical icon in its Era IV version and offers the latest digital functions for demanding AC model railroaders.

Technical details

• Track gauge: H0
• Era: IV
• Railroad administration: NS - Nederlandse Spoorwegen
• Power system: 3L - alternating current
• Length over buffers: 201 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Powered axles: 2
• Axles with traction tires: 2
• Digital decoder: PluX22 (decoder type: MX645P22)
• Coupler: NEM slot 362 with close coupler link

Design & workmanship

The model has an impressive prototypical design without air conditioning, with an authentic signal horn box and newly developed, finely detailed pantographs with innovative fastening technology. Many separately applied parts - some using filigree etching technology - ensure a particularly high level of detail and make the locomotive a highlight on any layout.

Technical features & special functions

The LED lighting includes a light change depending on the direction of travel (3 headlights / 2 tail lights), switchable tail light and digitally switchable driver's cab lighting. The locomotive is equipped with a powerful PluX22 decoder and offers high tractive effort thanks to the coordinated combination of drive and traction tires - ideal for realistic train scenarios on 3L digital layouts.

Historical background

The Series 1600 was a technical quantum leap for the NS. With an output of 4,540 kW and a top speed of 140 km/h, it set new standards in Dutch railroad operations. The locomotives were used in front of both intercity and freight trains and shaped the image on the main lines of the Netherlands for decades.

Compatibility & expansion options

The locomotive is fully compatible with Märklin/3L AC digital layouts. It can be ideally combined with Era IV passenger and freight cars - especially with NS vehicles or international car sets in Benelux traffic. Thanks to the NEM 362 coupler and close coupler link, it fits perfectly into existing train sets.

Scope of delivery

• Series 1600 NS electric locomotive with PluX22 digital decoder (MX645P22)
• Operating instructions
• Add-on parts (depending on version)

Purchase arguments & target group

A must for fans of Dutch railroad technology, sound enthusiasts and model railroaders with a focus on realistic operation in Era IV. This locomotive impresses with its technology, design and authentic operating functions.

Recommended purchase

Now available at Modellbahnshop.de - get the NS Series 1600 with digital decoder and the finest attention to detail for your H0 digital layout in the 3L system!

Features:

• Version without air conditioning, with signal horn box
• Newly developed pantographs with innovative mounting
• Free-standing grab irons, many etched parts
• Direction of travel-dependent light change white/red (LED)
• Digitally switchable marker lights and cab lighting
• PluX22 decoder (MX645P22) installed at the factory
• Length over buffers: 201 mm
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Power system: 3L alternating current
• Coupling: NEM 362 with close coupler link

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: Private Railways
• Era: IV
• Color: Yellow
• Electricity System: AC
• Analogue / Digital: Digital
• sound: Yes
• News: 2022
• Type: Electric loco

Instruction manual / Safety instructions:

• Manual (3.75 MB)

Downloads:

• Spare Parts (1.45 MB)

Further links:

• Print View

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