Tillig 04711 TT Diesellok 218 424-3, DB, Ep. IV

Tillig 04711 TT Diesellok 218 424-3, DB, Ep. IV Product Details

Description

Tillig 04711 TT Diesel Locomotive 218 424-3, DB, Era IV

Are you looking for a Class 218 diesel locomotive for your TT layout that fits the Deutsche Bundesbahn in Era IV? The Tillig 04711 TT Diesel Locomotive 218 424-3, DB, Era IV, represents the DB Class 218 diesel locomotive and has been announced as a fall 2026 release. This model is therefore ideal for model railroading enthusiasts specifically looking for a Deutsche Bundesbahn locomotive in TT scale.

The locomotive bears the road number 218 424-3 and is classified as Era IV. This era covers the late Bundesbahn and Reichsbahn period from approximately 1965 to 1990. The provided information describes this period as marked by the near-completion of the transition to diesel and electric traction, the adoption of internationally standardized vehicle markings, and new color schemes for the rolling stock.

DB Class 218 Diesel Locomotive

The Class 218 is a well-known prototype of a Deutsche Bundesbahn diesel locomotive. The model is designed for TT gauge and is therefore suitable for layouts where DB rolling stock is used in Era IV. The length over buffers is 137 mm.

The Tillig 04711 offers key features for operation on the model railroad layout. The direction-dependent lighting consists of a 3-light pointed signal at the front and a 2-light pointed signal at the rear. This gives the locomotive an appropriate visual appearance during operation.

Features for TT Operation

The coupling is specified as a coupling mount without close-coupling kinematics. Additionally, the model features two traction tires. Sound can be retrofitted, making the locomotive ready for future upgrades.

The combination of the BR 218 diesel locomotive (DB version), Era IV, and road number 218 424-3 makes this model particularly appealing for layouts with a Bundesbahn theme. Anyone looking to add a DB diesel locomotive to their TT collection will find this fall 2026 release to be a perfectly equipped model.

For collectors and Era IV layouts

The Tillig 04711 TT Diesel Locomotive 218 424-3 is designed for model railroading enthusiasts who value a specific locomotive number and a clear association with the Deutsche Bundesbahn. Thanks to the specified lighting functions, the retrofittable sound option, and its compact length over the buffers, the locomotive integrates well into suitable TT scenes.

Add the DB Class 218 diesel locomotive to your TT layout and secure the Tillig 04711—a fall 2026 release—for your Era IV collection.

Features:

• Gauge: TT
• Era: IV
• Railroad Company: DB
• Locomotive number: 218 424-3
• Length over buffers: 137 mm
• 3-light headlight at the front/2-light headlight at the rear, direction-dependent
• Coupler mount without close-coupling mechanism
• Sound can be retrofitted
• 2 traction tires