Piko 58153 H0 - Metropolitan train set with BR 101 locomotive and passenger cars DB AG, Era VI, DCC with sound

Metropolitan train set with BR 101 locomotive and passenger cars DB AG Era VI with DCC sound decoder

This Metropolitan train set in Deutsche Bahn AG livery from Era VI represents a modern premium passenger train. The set includes a Class 101 electric locomotive, two passenger cars, and a driving trailer, forming a distinctive four-unit consist with elegant styling and high-quality detailing.

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Total length: 1131 mm
• Manufacturer: PIKO
• Control system: digital DCC
• Decoder socket: NEM 658 – PluX22
• Built-in decoder: PluX22 sound decoder (PIKO PSD XP)
• Lighting: directional white/red lights (locomotive)
• Interior lighting: factory-installed indirect interior lighting
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Number of traction tyres: 2
• Couplings: NEM shaft with close coupling mechanism
• Consist: BR 101 locomotive + 2 passenger cars + driving trailer
• Interior: individually detailed interiors
• Details: finely reproduced bogies, underframes and body engravings
• Windows: flush-mounted, crystal-clear glazing
• Livery represents a train operated by DB AG – Deutsche Bahn AG

The model is factory-equipped with a PSD XP sound decoder, delivering realistic locomotive sounds and a wide range of digital functions. The integrated interior lighting enhances realism and creates an атмосферic effect during operation. The set can be expanded with additional cars such as the matching PIKO #28350 set.

About the Metropolitan train:

The Metropolitan was a premium long-distance train service introduced by Deutsche Bahn in the late 1990s as an alternative to traditional InterCity trains. It combined the powerful BR 101 locomotives with specially designed high-comfort passenger cars.

The train offered a modern design, high-quality interiors, and an exclusive travel experience. Features included spacious seating, quiet zones, and amenities for business travelers. Although the concept had a relatively short lifespan, it remains a unique chapter in modern railway history.

About the manufacturer – PIKO:

PIKO is a well-known manufacturer of model railways, offering a wide range of locomotives, rolling stock, and sets. The brand is recognized for its detailed craftsmanship, reliable performance, and high-quality construction appreciated by hobbyists worldwide.