Tillig 72014 steam locomotive Reihe 040-TX der SNCF, Ep. III

Tillig 72014 H0 Class 040-TX steam locomotive, SNCF, Era III - Detailed locomotive for your model railway

The Tillig 72014 Class 040-TX steam loc omotive of the French State Railways(SNCF) is an outstanding reproduction of a classic shunting locomotive from Era III. The model impresses with its true-to-original appearance, period-appropriate paintwork and the finest printing. Thanks to the high-quality workmanship and the compact design, the locomotive is ideal for depots, shunting yards and branch lines on any H0 model railway layout.

Technical details of the Tillig 72014 steam locomotive

• Manufacturer: Tillig
• Track gauge: H0 (16.5 mm)
• Era: III
• Railroad administration: French State Railways (SNCF)
• Power system: Direct current (DC)
• Length over buffers: 116 mm
• Minimum radius: 360 mm
• Digital interface: NEM 662
• Lighting: 2 headlights at the front, 1 tail light at the rear
• Coupling: NEM shaft with close coupling kinematics
• Sound: Can be retrofitted

Prototype and historical background

The class 040-TX was used by the SNCF as a powerful shunting locomotive. These locomotives were intended for heavy shunting work in stations and freight yards and proved themselves with their robust construction and high tractive power. In Era III, these locomotives dominated the image of many French railroad operations. With their compact design and characteristic arrangement of the axles, they were ideal for tight shunting movements.

Design and workmanship

The Tillig 72014 steam locomotive impresses with an authentic paint scheme in the style of the SNCF and detailed imprints. The reproduction of lines, rivets and grab irons makes the model a real eye-catcher on the model railroad layout. The delicate realization of the boiler and the exact reproduction of the aprons round off the design perfectly.

Technical features and special functions

• Delicate reproduction of the SNCF 040-TX steam locomotive
• 2 headlights at the front and 1 tail light at the rear
• Coupling system with close coupling kinematics for realistic car spacing
• Retrofittable sound function for a realistic sound experience
• Digital interface in accordance with NEM 662 for easy retrofitting of a decoder
• Precise printing and detailed paintwork
• Compatible with all common H0 track systems

Features:

• Era: III
• Track gauge: H0 (16.5 mm)
• Scale: 1:87
• Length over buffers: 116 mm
• Minimum radius: 360 mm
• Digital interface: NEM 662
• Lighting: 2 headlights at the front, 1 tail light at the rear
• Coupler pocket with close coupler kinematics
• Sound: Can be retrofitted

Specs:

• Gauge: H0
• Rail Company: SNCF
• Era: III
• Color: Black
• Electricity System: DC
• Digital: No
• sound: No
• News: 2021
• Type: Steam loco

Instruction manual / Safety instructions:

• Manual (4.21 MB)

Further links:

• Print View

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