Roco 7320088 CD Rh753 211-2 Diesel Locomotive V (~AC-Sound) HO Gauge

CD Rh753 211-2 Diesel Locomotive V (~AC-Sound) 1:87 scale model produced by Roco. This model is ready-to-run straight out of the box and would make a excellent addition to any model railway collection. AC Sound Model Best suited to Epoch V Model Railways This model mainly operates in Czech Republic This model is decorated in CD company markings Version with yellow window frame and warning stripes Finely detailed model with many separately attached plug-in parts With enclosed set of signs In digital operation with light functions based on the CD model Flywheel Fitted Directional Lighting Details Nicknamed the "diving goggles" or "spectacle snake," the T 478.3 diesel locomotives were developed and built by CKD in Prague. The first prototypes were introduced in 1968, marking a significant step forward from the earlier T 478.1 class. The most notable improvement was the replacement of the engine, boosting power output from 1,104 kW to 1,360 kW. Their distinctive glare-free driver’s cabs gave them their memorable nickname. In total, 408 of these diesel-electric universal locomotives were produced, making them a landmark in Czechoslovakian railway engineering and a highly regarded choice for enthusiasts and collectors alike.