Electric Locomotive.
Prototype: Swiss Federal Railways class Be 6/8 III, 2-6+6-2 wheel arrangement, built starting in 1926 (Ce 6/8 III). World famous type of electric locomotive, nicknamed "Crocodile". Use: Heavy freight trains.
Most Important Facts
| Article No. | 22584 |
|---|---|
| Gauge / Design type | Trix H0 / |
| Era | III |
| Kind | Electric Locomotives |
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Product description
Model: Era III. The locomotive has a die-cast metal frame and body, comes with an NEM digital connector, has 3 axles powered, 2 traction tires, NEM coupler pockets. The locomotive has a prototypical Swiss headlight / marker light changeover feature.
Length over the buffers 230 mm / 9-1/16".Spare parts for our articles can be found here in our spare parts search.
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Publications
- Main Catalog 2002 / 2003 - Main Catalog 2003 / 2004 - Main Catalog 2004 / 2005 - Main Catalog 2006 - Summer New Items 2006 - Main Catalog 2007/2008 - Main Catalog 2008/2009 - Main Catalog 2009/2010
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Prototype information
A heavy, particularly powerful locomotive able to master steep grades on a route with many curves was needed for freight service on the Gotthard route. Locomotives were developed in the classes Be 6/8 III and Ce 6/8 III that entered railroad history with the nickname "Crocodile" due to their striking appearance. The articulated design of these units fulfilled the long standing requirement for trouble-free transport of freight over the Gotthard. Since any new improvements were always applied to these locomotives, there are a large number of variations, unmistakable whether in the green or brown paint scheme as the "Crocodile", that hold a special fascination for everyone.
