SBB Ae6/6 11407 Electric Locomotive V (DCC-Sound)

SBB Ae6/6 11407 Electric Locomotive V (DCC-Sound)

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:

• DCC Sound Model
• Best suited to Epoch V Model Railways
• This model mainly operates in Switzerland
• Decorated in SBB company markings
• Best suited to 192mm radius curves
• Canton locomotive "Aargau"
• Green livery version with Next18 interface available for the first time
• With a completely redesigned motor
• Finely detailed model with many separately applied plug-in parts
• Delicate pantographs with innovative mounting
• Fine windscreen wipers as etched parts

Details

The SBB Ae 6/6 was a class of heavy electric locomotive built for the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) between 1952 and 1966. A total of 120 locomotives were produced to handle increasing post-war traffic, especially on demanding mountain routes such as the Gotthard line. Originally designed to haul heavy passenger and freight trains, it quickly became one of Switzerland’s classic mainline electrics, known for its strong performance and distinctive six-axle Co'Co' wheel arrangement.

The first 25 locomotives were famously named after the Swiss cantons and carried their coats of arms with chrome trim, earning them the nickname “cantons locomotives.” The remainder of the class carried the names of canton capitals or towns, and later units omitted much of the chrome decoration. All were originally delivered in SBB green livery, with many repainted red or in SBB Cargo colours later in their careers.

With a top speed of 125 km/h and powerful 4,300 kW output, the Ae 6/6 was a mainstay on Swiss rails for decades. As newer locomotives arrived, it shifted to secondary passenger and freight duties, with service continuing into the early 2010s before final retirements. Several examples have been preserved and remain popular with enthusiasts.