DR BR118 158-4 Diesel Locomotive IV (~AC-Sound)

DR BR118 158-4 Diesel Locomotive IV (~AC-Sound)

1:87 scale model produced by Roco. This model is ready-to-run straight out of the box and would make a excellent addition to any model railway collection.

Features:

• Best suited to Epoch IV Model Railways
• This model mainly operates in Germany
• Decorated in DR company markings
• Best suited to 358mm radius curves
• 4-axle design
• Paint scheme with double belly stripe
• With square door opening
• Engine room with fan and hinged window combination
• Home depot: Rbd Berlin, Bw Ostbahnhof
• In digital operation with switchable headlights/taillights, cab lighting, and engine room lighting.

Details

The DR Class V 180 was one of the most important diesel hydraulic locomotives operated by the Deutsche Reichsbahn of East Germany, developed to provide powerful and reliable traction on non electrified main lines in the 1960s and beyond. Conceived as a faster, more capable successor to earlier medium power diesels, the V 180 was built with a distinctive dual cab body and two diesel engines, giving it strong pulling power and operational flexibility.

The first prototypes were completed in 1965, with production continuing through the late 1960s. The locomotive’s dual engines, usually two V12 diesel units, and hydraulic transmission gave it the muscle to haul both passenger expresses and heavy freight trains at respectable speeds for the era. Its characteristic centre cab profile and robust mechanical design made it a familiar sight across the East German network.

After German reunification, surviving V 180 locomotives were integrated into the unified Deutsche Bahn AG fleet, where some continued in regional freight and secondary passenger roles while others were sold to private operators. Many locomotives also found new life in industrial service.