DBAG BR232 469-7 Diesel Locomotive VI

DBAG BR232 469-7 Diesel Locomotive VI

Details:

The Roco TT DB AG Class 232 469-7 diesel locomotive recreates the powerful six-axle diesel locomotive in its current operating condition, representing Deutsche Bahn AG Era VI. The finely detailed model features a multi-coloured rear cab wall, flywheel-equipped drive and six powered axles, making it well suited to hauling long European freight trains. Directional LED lighting and a PluX16 interface complete the model.

Features:

• Detailed DB AG Class 232 469-7 in current condition
• Six driven axles with flywheel
• Multi-coloured cab rear wall
• Directional three-light and two-light LED headlights
• PluX16 interface and NEM 358 coupler pockets

Historical Background

The Class 232 evolved from the Soviet-built DR Class 132, itself developed from the Class 130 and 131 locomotive families. The Deutsche Reichsbahn ordered 709 examples from the Voroshilovgrad Locomotive Works in the Soviet Union. Fitted with electric train heating, the Class 132 was designed as a versatile locomotive capable of both passenger and freight duties, with a maximum speed of 120 km/h and an output of approximately 3,000 hp.

Following German reunification and the creation of Deutsche Bahn AG, the former DR locomotives were renumbered according to the DB classification system, with the leading 2 producing the Class 232 designation. These powerful locomotives became particularly important for heavy freight operations, and many continue to see service in Germany today, making the Class 232 a distinctive link between East German railway engineering and the modern European railway network.