Product Features and Details
Prototype: In 1927 the DRG needed a new electric locomotive for moderate and fast express service. The German locomotive manufactures came up with the new class E17. A total of 38 electric locomotives were delivered in the first series. They were the first German electric express locomotives with the wheel arrangement 1D1. The locomotives were intended for use in Southern and Central Germany and were allocated to the depots in Leipzig. From 1933 they arrived at the depots in Stuttgart and Ulm and later were used in the Silesian network. Five of them were delivered to the Wroclaw depot. After the 2nd World War 26 locomotives were used by the at the DB German Federal Railways and two by the DDR Deutsche Reichsbahn. Both DR machines were retired in 1968, the last locomotive #117-106 was retired on the 24th of April 1980.
Model: The Roco 73559 German Class E17 is a very impressive model with exceptional running performance and extensive detail. The model is equipped with a powerful 5 pole motor with flywheel, Plux22 dcc receptacle, full cab interiors, sprung loaded pantographs, intricate roof details and much more. Model also has LED headlights that coordinate with direction of travel and all the modern technology available on the market today. This locomotive would be perfect for both freight and passenger service on any French, German and Spanish themed layout. It would also make a nice addition to any model train collection.
Model highlights:
Highly detailed body and chassis
Sprung metal pantographs
5 pole can motor with flywheel
Plux22 dcc receptacle
All four axles powered; two with traction tires
Directional lighting
NEM 362 coupler sockets with close coupling mechanisms on both ends
NEM 652 decoder interface
