Expert CD Rh181 Electric Locomotive V

Expert CD Rh181 Electric Locomotive V

1:87 scale model produced by Piko. 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 V Model Railways
• This model mainly operates in Czech Republic
• This model is decorated in CD company markings
• This model is best suited to 358mm radius curves

Details

The CD Class 181, often referred to as Rh 181, is the post-Czechoslovakia designation for the former E 669.1 locomotives inherited by Czech Railways after 1993. Originally built by Škoda in 1961–1962 for heavy freight, the class became a mainstay of the 3 kV DC network, particularly for mineral trains, general freight, and banking duties.

These locomotives retained the Co'Co' six-axle layout, six powerful traction motors, and welded steel bodies, providing high tractive effort and reliable operation. With a top speed of 90 km/h, they were designed for consistent freight performance rather than express passenger work.

Many Rh 181s continued in secondary freight, shunting, and industrial service well into the 2000s. Their rugged design and long service life make them an iconic representation of Czech electric freight traction.