Description

The limited-express diesel locomotive, the VT18.16 (BR175), of the former East German State Railway (Deutsche Reichsbahn), still popular today!

◆ The VT18.16 is an express diesel locomotive manufactured by the Deutsche Reichsbahn of the former Democratic Republic of Germany (East Germany) in the 1960s, built to showcase the nation's prestige. It was named VT18.16 in combination with the German word “Verbrennungstriebwagen,” meaning diesel motor train. After a later change in naming conventions, it was renamed BR175 and used in 4- to 6-car formations for international operations. It is particularly famous for its service on the “Vindobona” and has become synonymous with this type of train. Since its retirement, the BR175 has been preserved in various locations in Germany, and one of the trains is currently being restored.

◆ We offer two sets: a 6-car set representing its active years after being renumbered as BR175 in the 1970s, and a 4-car set in its restored configuration as part of its efforts for operational revival. The 6-car set allows you to enjoy a 4–6-car formation, similar to the actual trains, by reducing the number of intermediate cars.

◆ Product features

① 6-car set with VTa 175 011-6 at the front and 4-car set with Vta 18.16.10 at the front.

③ The 4-car set reproduces the formation of the revived version. The livery is beautifully recreated with black and blue stripes on the lower part of the cars.

④ The distinctive details, such as the streamlined shape of the front car and the four round windows in a row, have been replicated.

⑤ The intermediate connecting part uses a diaphragm coupler. The front part of the lead car uses a dummy coupler.

⑥ Head/tail lights are lit (using warm white LEDs).

⑦ All of the display signs have been pre-printed.

⑧ The 4-car set comes in special edition sleeve packaging.