Diesel locomotive 218 131 of the Deutsche Bahn.
■ The model is equipped with 16 bit sound - for an even better sound quality
■ Execution in traffic red livery
■ Model with fine, extra applied plug-in parts
■ Obstacle deflectors attached to the package
■ In digital mode with individually switchable headlights or tail lights
■ Driver's cab lighting
■ Z21 driver's cab available
From 1971 onwards, the Deutsche Bundesbahn put 398 class 218 serial locomotives into service and then used them to haul passenger and goods trains. They can be found on most non-electrified lines and reach a maximum speed of 140 km/h with a power output of 1,840 kW. Over the years, Class 218 has been painted with several colours, with traffic red becoming the standard colour from 1997 on.
General data
- Coupling - NEM shaft 355 with close coupling mechanism
- Minimum radius - 192 mm
- Number of driven axles - 4
- Traction tyres - 2
- Flywheel - yes
Electrical
- Interface - Electrical interface for traction units Next18
- Head light - Two direction dependent tail lights and dual headlights.
- Interior lighting - Yes
- Interior lighting - LED
