DB BR111 147-5 Electric Locomotive IV

DB BR111 147-5 Electric Locomotive IV

Details:

The Roco 111 147-5 represents a Deutsche Bundesbahn electric locomotive in TT scale and Era IV. This detailed DC analogue model features the distinctive S-Bahn livery with red DB logo and depicts locomotive 111 147 working the S12 route between Köln-Nippes and Au (Sieg). It includes finely detailed roof equipment, a multi-coloured engine room, five-pole motor, four driven axles, flywheel and two traction tyres. Directional LED lighting provides three white headlights and two red tail lights, while a Next18 interface allows digital conversion.

Features:

• Detailed DB Class 111 147-5 in S-Bahn livery
• S12 Köln-Nippes to Au (Sieg) train service
• Finely detailed roof equipment and multi-coloured engine room
• Four driven axles with flywheel and two traction tyres
• Directional LED lighting with Next18 interface

Historical Background

The DB Class 111 was developed as a fast passenger locomotive using proven components from the Class 110. The design introduced new bogies to improve running characteristics at higher speeds, while particular attention was also given to improving working conditions for locomotive crews.

Deutsche Bundesbahn acquired a total of 227 Class 111 locomotives between 1974 and 1984. Although conceived as a versatile locomotive for both passenger and other duties, the class became particularly associated with S-Bahn services. Locomotives used in suburban traffic received a distinctive livery featuring a broad orange band running around the pebble-grey body, creating an instantly recognisable S-Bahn appearance.

Class 111 locomotives became especially prominent on push-pull trains in the Rhine-Ruhr region, where their rapid acceleration, push-pull control and dependable operation made them well suited to intensive commuter services. The 111 147-5 model depicts the locomotive in its S-Bahn era configuration, working the S12 service between Köln-Nippes and Au (Sieg).