Alpha Trains 7193 101-1 Electric Locomotive VI

Alpha Trains 7193 101-1 Electric Locomotive VI

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:

• Analogue DC Model
• Best suited to Epoch VI Model Railways
• This model mainly operates in Germany
• Decorated in AlphaTrains company markings
• Best suited to 358mm radius curves
• Design of the snowplow and bogie sideframes according to the XLoad locomotives
• All modifications correctly reproduced in the model
• Multi-coloured control panel and cab rear wall
• With detailed roof design
• Cross-border operation in freight transport
• Switchable headlights/taillights with DIP switch
• In cooperation with Loc & More

Details

The Siemens Vectron is a modern family of electric and dual-mode locomotives built by Siemens Mobility as a flexible successor to the earlier EuroSprinter platform. Introduced in 2010, the Vectron was designed to serve both freight and passenger operations across Europe, with multiple power and voltage options, modular safety systems, and broad interoperability across national networks.

The Vectron range includes electric variants for AC, DC and multi-system operation, capable of working under 1.5 kV, 3 kV, 15 kV and 25 kV catenary systems, with power outputs from about 5.2 MW to 6.4 MW. Standard top speeds start at 160 km/h, with packages available for 200 km/h and even 230 km/h passenger service.

Other members of the family include Vectron DE (diesel), Vectron Dual Mode (electric + diesel), and Vectron Dual Mode Light for mixed-traffic use. The modular Bo'Bo' design makes the Vectron ideal for cross-border freight, international express trains, and electrified mainline traffic.

With thousands of locomotives in service across Europe and approval for operation in 20+ countries, the Vectron platform is a key modern electric prototype for contemporary model railway layouts featuring international and heavy electric traction.