DRG E70 08 Electric Locomotive II (~AC-Sound)

DRG E70 08 Electric Locomotive II (~AC-Sound)

1:32 scale model produced by Marklin. 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 II Model Railways
• This model mainly operates in Germany
• Decorated in DRG company markings
• Best suited to 1020mm radius curves
• All-Metal Construction with Premium Detailing – Die-cast zinc chassis with brass body and numerous separately applied parts for outstanding realism and durability.
• Factory-Fitted mfx Digital Decoder with Sound – Features up to 32 digital functions, including realistic locomotive sounds, for immersive operation across Märklin Digital, DCC, AC and DC systems.
• Motorised Pantographs & Advanced Lighting – Digitally controlled pantographs, LED headlights switching between white and red, plus cab and control desk lighting for enhanced realism.
• mfx decoder with 31 functions.
• Buffer capacitor.
• Motorized scissor pantographs can be raised and lowered in digital operation.
• Cab lighting.
• Illuminated fittings.
• Doors can be opened.
• Relay flashing effect.

Details

Add a true pioneer of electric freight traction to your collection with the Märklin 55508 Class E70 08 electric locomotive, a premium Gauge 1 (1:32 scale) model representing an early Deutsche Reichsbahn Gesellschaft (DRG) freight locomotive from Era II.

This highly detailed model captures the rugged engineering of early electric locomotives, originally developed from KPEV experimental designs and built for efficient freight operation using clean electric power instead of steam.

Crafted with a combination of die-cast metal and brass construction, this locomotive delivers both exceptional realism and impressive weight, making it ideal for collectors and large-scale layouts.

The E70 08 represents a key step in the transition from steam to electric traction, combining early engineering concepts with innovative electric technology. This Märklin model brings that history to life with state-of-the-art digital sound, heavy all-metal construction, and exceptional detailing, making it a standout centrepiece for any Gauge 1 collection or Era II layout.