LTE BR193 958-6 Electric Locomotive VI (~AC-Sound)

LTE BR193 958-6 Electric Locomotive VI (~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:

• AC Sound Model
• Best suited to Epoch VI Model Railways
• This model mainly operates in Germany
• Decorated in LTE company markings
• Best suited to 358mm radius curves
• Model exclusively available from ROCO
• Elaborate printing
• Multi-coloured control panel and cab rear wall
• Used in international freight transport
• Freestanding grab rails, some made of metal
• With detailed roof design
• In digital operation with switchable high beam, headlights/taillights, and cab lighting.

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.