Arverio FLIRT3 5 Car EMU VI (~AC-Sound)

Arverio FLIRT3 5 Car EMU 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 Arverio company markings
• Best suited to 358mm radius curves
• Two powerful motors, one in each end car
• Pantographs with innovative mounting
• Elaborately designed roof area, partially finished with etched parts
• Digital operation with switchable high beam, headlights/taillights, cab lighting, illuminated destination displays, and interior lighting.

Details

The Stadler FLIRT (Fast Light Intercity and Regional Train) is a modern family of electric and diesel-electric multiple units introduced in the early 2000s and now widely used across Europe and beyond. Developed by the Swiss manufacturer Stadler Rail, the design was created to provide a lightweight, modular train suitable for regional and suburban services while offering high acceleration, low energy consumption, and flexible interior layouts.

The first FLIRT units entered service in Switzerland in 2004, quickly gaining popularity with operators thanks to their reliability and adaptability. Over time, the range expanded to include electric, diesel, bi-mode, and battery variants, allowing the trains to operate on both electrified and non-electrified routes. FLIRT units are now used in many countries, including Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland, and the United States.

For railway enthusiasts and model railway builders, the FLIRT represents the contemporary era of European rail travel. Its distinctive articulated design, large panoramic windows, and compact power equipment create a recognisable modern profile that contrasts strongly with classic locomotives and older multiple units. Models of the FLIRT are particularly well suited to modern-era layouts, regional station scenes, and commuter operations, reflecting the ongoing evolution of passenger rail in the 21st century.