Tillig 02187 TT steam locomotive Reihe 455.2, CSD, Ep. III

A Czechoslovakian steam locomotive classic for international Era III scenarios

The Tillig 02187 TT ČSD class 455.2 steam locomotive is a finely detailed 2026 novelty that authentically reflects the cross-border railroad operations of Era III on your TT layout. This heavy tender locomotive was the backbone of freight traffic on the Czechoslovakian State Railways and impresses in the model with its high prototypical fidelity, compact design and precise technology.

Model information & technical data

The model is designed for the TT gauge on a scale of 1:120 and measures 113 mm over the buffers. The product weighs approx. 250 g including packaging. Equipped with an electrical interface according to NEM651 with plug-in device, the locomotive is easy to digitize. Two traction tires ensure good tractive power.

Technology & driving characteristics

The locomotive is equipped with NEM coupler pockets and close coupler kinematics, making it ideal for operation in international train formations. The two-stage head signal changes depending on the direction of travel and emphasizes the realistic appearance of the locomotive in daily operation.

Appearance & historical design

The 455.2 features the classic ČSD design of the 1950s and 1960s with typical locomotive lanterns, lettering and boiler design. The striking silhouette with a trailing tender gives the locomotive its characteristic appearance - perfectly suited for freight and commuter trains in domestic and border traffic.

Prototype: ČSD class 455.2 - Powerful through Czechoslovakia

The class 455.2 was a robust standard tender locomotive of the Czechoslovakian State Railways and was mainly used for freight traffic. Its versatility and performance made it one of ČSD's most important steam locomotive series in the early post-war period.

For model railroaders with an international focus and a love of steam locomotive classics

The Tillig 455.2 brings Czech steam technology and Eastern European flair to your TT layout. Ideal for cross-border scenarios, transfer traffic and the construction of historically accurate CSD train sets of Era III.

Features:

• Track gauge: TT (scale 1:120)
• Class: 455.2 - ČSD tender locomotive
• Railroad company: ČSD (Czechoslovak State Railways)
• Era: III (ca. 1949-1970)
• Novelty: 2026
• Length over buffers: 113 mm
• Product weight: approx. 250 g incl. packaging
• Electrical interface: NEM651 with plug-in device
• Lighting: 2x headlights, depending on direction of travel
• Coupling system: NEM with close coupling kinematics
• Traction tires: 2

Specs:

• Gauge: TT
• Rail Company: CSD
• Era: III
• Color: Black
• Electricity System: DC
• Analogue / Digital: Analogue
• sound: No
• News: 2026
• Type: Steam loco

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