Prototype: The prototype for this new locomotive type was designated 212 001. It was built in 1982 and first presented at the Leipzig Trade Fair that year. As built, the locomotive was capable of a maximum speed of 140 kilometres per hour (87 mph). It underwent extensive route trials before being disassembled for evaluation purposes, and while being reassembled was modified for a lower top speed of 120 km/h (75 mph), which had been specified for all following production locomotives. At this time, the locomotive was redesignated 243 001. Owing to its special livery of white with crimson stripes, 243 001 was given the nickname Weiße Lady (White Lady). Production of the new class began in 1985 after 243 001 had proven satisfactory during her trial period."
Model: With digital decoder mfx+ and extensive noise functions. Controlled high-performance drive with flywheel centrally installed. Driven 4 axles. Traction tires. Driver's cabs with interior design. Depending on the direction of travel, changing three-light peak signal and two red taillights conventionally in operation, digitally switchable. Peak signal on locomotive side 2 and 1 can be switched off digitally separately. If shunting gear is switched on, then double A light function on both sides. Lighting with maintenance-free warm white and red light-emitting diodes (LED). Length over buffer approx. 19.1 cm.
With digital decoder mfx+.
Drive on all 4 axles.
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Control Unit | Mobile Station | Mobile Station 2 | Central Station 1/2 | Central Station 3/2* Mobile Station 2** |
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Signal | * | * | * | * | * |
Ambient Noise | * | * | * | * | * |
Driving Sounds | * | * | * | * | * |
Beep | * | * | * | * | * |
Direct Control | * | * | * | * | * |
Brake Squeal off | * | * | * | * | |
Signal lok side 2 off | * | * | * | * | |
Shunting whistle | * | * | * | * | |
Signal lok side 1 off | * | * | * | * | |
Fan | * | * | * | ||
Conductor Whistle | * | * | * | ||
Compressor | * | * | * | ||
Drain Compressed Air | * | * | * | ||
Shunting Walk | * | * | * | ||
Sanding | * | * | * | ||
Dome Noise | * | ||||
Warning SIFA | * |