DBAG BR185 142-7 Edelweiss Electric Locomotive VI

DBAG BR185 142-7 Edelweiss Electric Locomotive VI

Details:

The Roco 185 142-7 represents a Deutsche Bahn AG Class 185 electric locomotive in TT scale, finished in the distinctive Edelweiss design of Era VI. This highly detailed model features an intricately reproduced roof, four driven axles, a flywheel and two traction tyres. The DC analogue locomotive has a five-pole motor, Next18 interface and directional LED lighting. It is an excellent choice for modern German and cross-border European freight operations.

Features:

• Detailed DB AG Class 185 142-7 in Edelweiss design
• Four driven axles with flywheel
• Detailed roof equipment
• Directional three-light and two-light LED lighting
• Next18 interface for digital conversion

Historical Background

The Class 185.1 forms part of the TRAXX AC1 family of electric locomotives developed primarily for freight traffic. Derived directly from the Class 145, the Class 185.1 was designed for flexible cross-border operation on both of Europe's principal AC railway systems, 15 kV/16? Hz and 25 kV/50 Hz. With a weight of 84 tonnes, the locomotives provide 5.6 MW of continuous power and are approved for speeds of up to 140 km/h.

For international operations, the locomotives were equipped with different national packages. Sixty-five locomotives, numbered 185 085 to 185 149, were delivered with the Swiss country package. From May 2007, 185 142 operated in its distinctive Edelweiss design, making the locomotive particularly recognisable on German and Swiss railway networks. The prototype represented by this model therefore combines the versatility of the TRAXX platform with a distinctive livery associated with modern European cross-border freight operations.