Piko 22046 Expert Railion BR296 Diesel Locomotive VI (~AC-Sound) HO Gauge

Expert Railion BR296 Diesel 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 Germany This model is decorated in Railion company markings This model is best suited to 358mm radius curves Details The DB Class 296 is an advanced diesel-hydraulic shunting and switching locomotive, developed from the renowned V-90 family. Originally created as a radio-controlled variant of Class 295, the Class 296 integrates modern control and safety systems, making it a powerful and versatile locomotive for wagonload traffic in the 21st century. The conversion program began in the late 1990s, when DB Railion required efficient, remotely controlled locomotives to meet the growing demands of freight marshalling yards. Today, Class 296 locomotives sport the traffic red livery used for freight operations and are fully equipped for remote operation, enabling precise handling of wagons with minimal crew. Class 296 locomotives are a familiar sight at DB Cargo yards, where they perform transfers, distribute wagons, and execute intricate shunting tasks. Their reliability and flexibility make them indispensable for smooth daily freight operations across Germany.