Piko 21817 Expert LTE Rh1216 Electric Locomotive VI (~AC-Sound) HO Gauge

Expert LTE Rh1216 Electric Locomotive VI (~AC-Sound) 1:87 scale model produced by Piko. This model is ready-to-run straight out of the box and would make a excellent addition to any model railway collection. Features: AC Sound Model Best suited to Epoch VI Model Railways This model mainly operates in Austria This model is decorated in LTE company markings This model is best suited to 358mm radius curves Details The Siemens ES64U4 forms the basis of the ÖBB Class 1216 “Taurus III”, a high-performance, multi-system electric locomotive used by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) and other European operators. Part of the Siemens EuroSprinter family, these locomotives are designed for general-purpose operation across multiple voltage systems, combining versatility with cutting-edge three-phase traction technology. With a top speed of 230 km/h and a power output of 6,400 kW, the Taurus III is capable of hauling both high-speed passenger services and heavy freight across electrified European main lines. Its sleek, aerodynamic design and advanced traction systems make it a standout in modern electric traction. In September 2019, the Czech State Railways acquired locomotives 1216 902 and 903 from Rail Transport Service GmbH (RTS). After a full overhaul and repainting in the contemporary Najbrt livery, these locomotives are now regularly deployed on EuroCity services, linking major cities across Central Europe.