Pre-order Piko 51619 H0 - ET21 electric locomotive, PKP, ep.III, DCC with sound

Pre-order product! Your order will be fulfilled once the model is released by the manufacturer. Estimated availability: end of June 2026. The delivery date is approximate and may change for reasons beyond our control.

H0 scale model of the PKP ET21 electric freight locomotive with sound – Era III

PIKO 51619 is a highly detailed H0 scale model of the ET21, the first series-produced Polish electric locomotive designed for heavy freight service. The model represents a PKP locomotive from Era III and is factory-fitted with a digital sound decoder.

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Model length (over buffers): 193 mm
• Railway administration: PKP – Polish State Railways
• Era: III
• Control system: DCC digital operation
• Decoder interface: NEM 658 – 22-pin (PluX22)
• Decoder: factory-installed PSD XP sound decoder
• Lighting: direction-dependent white/red headlights
• Cab lighting: digitally switchable cab illumination
• Engine room lighting: digitally switchable, visible through side windows
• Couplings: NEM coupling pocket with close coupling mechanism
• The model is painted and ready to run

The model features separately applied roof equipment, handrails and etched metal details such as chequer plates and windscreen wipers. The asymmetrical arrangement of side windows allows a view into the detailed engine room, enhancing the realistic appearance.

History of the ET21 locomotive

Series production of the ET21 began in 1958 at the Pafawag factory in Wrocław. After extensive testing of prototypes and early production units, the design was refined and ultimately 658 locomotives were built by 1971.

Designed for heavy freight service, the ET21 could haul a 2,400-ton freight train at 70 km/h on level track, with a maximum speed of 100 km/h. For many years, these locomotives were a common sight on almost all electrified lines in Poland.

With the introduction of the more modern ET22 class, ET21 locomotives were gradually displaced to southern regions of the country. Although planned for withdrawal by 2002, some units remained in service with private operators for many years thereafter.

About PIKO

PIKO is one of the world’s leading model railway manufacturers, active since 1949. The company offers a wide range of locomotives, rolling stock and accessories across its Hobby, Expert and Classic product lines.

The PIKO Expert series focuses on highly detailed models with faithful prototype accuracy and reliable running characteristics for demanding model railway layouts.