DB BR111 147-5 Electric Locomotive IV (DCC-Sound)

DB BR111 147-5 Electric Locomotive IV (DCC-Sound)

Details:

The Roco 111 147-5 represents a Deutsche Bundesbahn electric locomotive in TT scale and Era IV. Finished in distinctive S-Bahn livery with a red DB logo, this detailed DCC sound model depicts locomotive 111 147 working the S12 service between Köln-Nippes and Au (Sieg). It features finely detailed roof equipment, a multi-coloured engine room, five-pole motor, four driven axles, flywheel and two traction tyres. Directional LED lighting and switchable additional lighting functions provide an authentic operating appearance.

Features:

• Detailed DB Class 111 147-5 in S-Bahn livery
• S12 Köln-Nippes to Au (Sieg) train service
• Next18 DCC sound decoder
• Four driven axles with flywheel and two traction tyres
• Switchable directional head and tail lights with additional lighting

Historical Background

The Class 111 was developed by Deutsche Bundesbahn as a fast electric locomotive using proven components from the successful Class 110. New bogies were introduced to improve running characteristics at higher speeds, while improvements were also made to working conditions for locomotive crews. Between 1974 and 1984, DB acquired a total of 227 Class 111 locomotives.

Developed as a versatile locomotive, the Class 111 also became an important part of German S-Bahn operations. Locomotives assigned to suburban services received a distinctive livery featuring a broad orange band around the pebble-grey body. The class became particularly well known on push-pull trains in the Rhine-Ruhr region, where its acceleration, push-pull control and reliable operation suited intensive commuter services. The 111 147-5 is depicted in this S-Bahn configuration, working the S12 route between Köln-Nippes and Au (Sieg).