MAV-Start Rh182 573-6 Electric Locomotive VI

MAV-Start Rh182 573-6 Electric Locomotive VI

1:160 scale model produced by Fleischmann. 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 Hungary
• Decorated in MAV company markings
• Best suited to 192mm radius curves
• Direction dependent tail lights and headlights.
• Flywheel Fitted
• Current design
• In operation between Hungary and Austria
• Finely detailed model with many separately applied plug-in parts
• Z21 driver's cab available

Details

The EuroSprinter is a family of electric locomotives developed by Siemens Mobility as a modular concept for the European market. Internally designated ES 64 (with “64” indicating ~6,400 kW of power at the rail), the EuroSprinter platform was created to modernise electrified mainline traction and replace older locomotive types across multiple countries.

Introduced in the 1990s, the first prototype ES 64 P was built in 1992 and tested extensively. Standard types include ES 64 F/F4 freight locomotives and ES 64 U “universal” locomotives capable of higher speeds on passenger services. These locomotives can be equipped to operate under different electrification systems (e.g., 1.5 kV DC, 3 kV DC, 15 kV AC, 25 kV AC), making them suitable for cross-border service throughout Europe.

EuroSprinter variants are used by many railways, including Deutsche Bahn (DB Class 189), ÖBB (Class 1016/1116), PKP (Class EU44), and others, typically in mixed traffic, freight, and high-speed passenger roles. Their modular design, strong performance, and widespread use have made them a key part of modern European electric traction from the late 20th century into the 21st.