Article No. | 12541 |
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Gauge | Minitrix |
Era | V |
Kind | Diesel Locomotives |
Model: Era V, the locomotive has a die-cast metal frame, a digital connector, a can motor with a flywheel, 4 axles powered, and 2 traction tires. Length over the buffers 115 mm / 4-17/32".
The class 221 locomotives were a great success for the German Federal Railroad. For a long time they were responsible for a majority of the non-electrified traffic; in the north of the West Germany they were almost indispensable. However, compared to other classes, these proven locomotives had a second life ahead of them after being taken out of service. Many units also found their way to Greece where they were used for a long time. After their service under the Mediterranean sun, in 2002 the remaining locomotives were purchased by the PEG, transported to Germany and were overhauled for service.