PMT BR232 049 Diesel Locomotive VI

PMT BR232 049 Diesel Locomotive VI

Details:

The Roco BR 232 049 represents a powerful six-axle diesel locomotive operated by Pol-Miedz Trans (PMT) in Poland. This TT gauge model features the locomotive's distinctive and striking private-operator livery, together with multi-coloured cab rear walls. Designed for Era VI layouts, it is ideal for recreating heavy freight operations and authentic long goods trains. The DC analogue model features a flywheel, six driven axles, two traction-tyred axles and a PluX16 interface for digital conversion.

Features:

• Detailed BR 232 049 in PMT livery
• Six driven axles with flywheel
• Multi-coloured cab rear walls
• Directional LED head and tail lights
• PluX16 interface and NEM 358 coupler shaft

Historical Background

The BR 232 belongs to the large family of Soviet-built six-axle diesel locomotives developed for the Deutsche Reichsbahn. Originally designated Class 132, these locomotives were built by the Voroshilovgrad Locomotive Works in the Soviet Union and became an important part of East Germany's diesel locomotive fleet. Following German reunification, the Deutsche Bundesbahn and subsequently Deutsche Bahn AG classified the locomotives as Class 232.

Their combination of high power, six driven axles and substantial adhesive weight made the Class 232 particularly effective on heavy freight trains. Many examples continued in service after reunification, while others were acquired by private railway companies in Germany and abroad. Pol-Miedz Trans, the rail transport company associated with Poland's KGHM Polska Miedz mining group, operates powerful locomotives for demanding freight and industrial transport duties. The PMT BR 232 049 represents the continued use of the proven "Ludmilla" design in modern European freight operations.