Piko 22008 H0 - Rh 500 diesel locomotive VSM, era VI, DCC with sound

H0 scale Rh 500 diesel locomotive VSM with factory sound decoder

This Rh 500 diesel-electric locomotive in museum livery of VSM represents a classic Dutch shunting locomotive that played a key role in railway operations for decades. The PIKO model in Era VI depicts a preserved locomotive used in heritage railway services.

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Length: 104 mm
• Era: VI
• Railway administration: VSM – private operator
• Type: diesel locomotive
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Control system: digital (DCC)
• Power supply: DC
• Digital interface: NEM 658 – PluX22
• Built-in decoder: PluX22 sound decoder (PIKO XP)
• Lighting: direction-dependent white/red lights
• Cab lighting: digitally controllable
• Coupling: NEM pocket with close coupling mechanism
• Manufacturer: PIKO

The model is factory-equipped with a PIKO XP sound decoder and a matching speaker, delivering realistic locomotive sound effects and making it ready for digital operation straight out of the box.

It features a high level of detail, including fine handrails, piping, underframe components, air tanks, and battery boxes. Additional detail parts are included for enhanced display presentation.

Advanced digital functions allow control of lighting and sound, significantly increasing realism. The compact design makes the locomotive ideal for shunting operations and smaller layouts.

The model comes painted and ready to run.

About the Rh 500 locomotives:

The Class 500 diesel-electric locomotives were essential shunting engines of the Dutch State Railways (NS) between 1946 and 1989. Initially supplied after World War II, they quickly became indispensable due to their reliability and performance. Many units later found a second life in preservation, where they are still operated today by heritage railway organizations such as VSM.

About PIKO:

PIKO is a well-known manufacturer of model railway products, offering a wide range of locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories in various scales. The brand is appreciated for its balance of quality, durability, and affordability.