ESU 31106 HO scale 94 1666 DB, black Smoke Digital Sound Steam Locomotive
The T16.1 is the first ESU steam locomotive. The finely detailed model is mainly made of metal and has numerous separately applied detail parts. It goes without saying that we detail all the finer differences according to the prototype. The finely crafted wheels with their thin spokes are an eye catcher by themselves. The model represents a locomotive with worn wheel rims; therefore we could realise prototypical spacing between the axles. Thus there is sufficient space for the wheel flanges assuring safe running both with two rail or three rail track systems. In order to minimise any dimensional compromises of the chassis we guarantee superb performance and running qualities on radii of 420mm and larger. Since these locomotives were employed in local freight service as well as for shunting, the models are equipped with a digital coupler in the NEM shaft at both ends. Suitable loop and hook couplers with non-magnetic loop are supplied with the model. Of course, the synchronised smoke emission from the exhaust is either controlled by the axle sensor or by internal electronics of the LokSound decoder. Naturally we listened carefully to the prototype in order to replicate the sound as accurately as possible. Thus you can acoustically simulate the Riggenbach counter-pressure brake on a downhill grade by activating it with a function button. The sounds from the different air and feed pumps varied. In shunting mode the lower right lanterns will be turned on, just as it was common practice with the prototype. The third headlight can be switched separately in order to allow displaying the signal Zg7 indicating a special train travelling in the opposite direction. For the first time the lanterns are mounted as separate parts (where prototypical) in mass production. Whenever the fireman shovels coal (acoustically, of course), the fire box shows a soft glow.
.The large parts of the housing and chassis are made off metal
.Separately applied detail parts made off brass or plastic
.Free-standing grab irons and lanterns
.Sprung buffers
.Automatic coupler in standardised shaft as per NEM 362
.Coreless motor with flywheel
.Five axles powered via coupling-rods
.Two traction tires
.Universal electronics for usage on both DC and AC layouts
.Cab interior lighting, appropriate lighting in shunting mode, illuminated firebox with warmwhite LEDs
.Controlled by ESU LokSound 5 decoder with high performance speaker
.“PowerPack” storage capacitor for uninterrupted power supply Load dependent, fan based and axle controlled smoke generator with temperature control
.Automatic shunting couplers
.Length over buffers 145.5 mm
.Minimum radius 420 mm
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