Smoke Distillate (125ml Bottle)

Smoke Distillate (125ml Bottle)

Details:

The ESU Smoke Distillate is a specially developed high-performance smoke fluid designed for use with ESU smoke generators and a wide range of model railway smoke units. Formulated for both diesel and steam locomotives, it produces a dense, realistic white smoke effect that closely replicates prototype exhaust behaviour while maintaining clean and residue-free operation.

Originally engineered for ESU Engineering Edition locomotives, this premium smoke fluid is optimised to deliver consistent performance across all compatible smoke generators. It evaporates cleanly without leaving oily residue, preventing buildup on locomotive bodies, roofs or scenic structures. This ensures your models remain clean and visually accurate even after extended operation sessions.

One of the key advantages of ESU Smoke Distillate is its material-safe formulation. Unlike lower-quality smoke oils, it does not attack paint finishes, weathering effects or plastic components. This makes it particularly suitable for highly detailed and finely finished models where preservation of surface detail is essential.

The fluid is also designed for universal compatibility, meaning it can be used not only with ESU smoke units but also with most commercially available smoke generators across HO, TT, N, 0 and G scale locomotives, as well as ship models and scenic installations.

The ESU Smoke Distillate ensures smooth and stable smoke production even during extended running periods. Its carefully balanced formulation helps maintain consistent viscosity, allowing smoke generators to operate efficiently without clogging or overheating. This results in reliable performance across a wide range of operating conditions.

Because it is engineered specifically for model railway use, the fluid integrates seamlessly with ESU’s advanced smoke systems, including digitally controlled smoke units that vary output based on speed and load. This allows for highly realistic effects such as synchronised exhaust chuffs on steam locomotives or load-dependent diesel exhaust simulation.

Features:

• Produces dense, realistic white smoke for steam and diesel effects
• Designed for ESU smoke generators and universal compatibility
• Leaves no oily residue or harmful deposits
• Safe for painted, weathered and plastic model surfaces
• Suitable for locomotives, ships and model buildings
• Optimised for consistent evaporation and reliable smoke output

Additional Information:

• Volume: 125 ml bottle
• Colour: Clear liquid
• Application: Model railway smoke generators
• Compatibility: ESU smoke units and most third-party smoke systems
• Scale Use: N, TT, HO, 0, G scale models
• Residue: Non-residue formula
• Surface Safety: Safe for painted and weathered finishes

Measurements:

• Bottle Volume: 125 ml