Roco 7310087 H0 - ÖBB class 2016 Hercules diesel locomotive DCC with sound decoder

H0 scale ÖBB class 2016 “Hercules” diesel locomotive with sound decoder

This H0 scale (1:87) model represents the class 2016 “Hercules” diesel locomotive of the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB), produced by Roco. These locomotives are modern universal traction vehicles used in both passenger and freight services. The model is equipped with a digital PluX22 sound decoder and realistic LED lighting depending on the direction of travel.

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Length over buffers: 221 mm
• Type: diesel locomotive class 2016 “Hercules”
• Railway company: ÖBB – Austrian Federal Railways
• Era: VI
• Four powered axles
• One axle with traction tyres
• Flywheel ensuring smooth running
• LED lighting: triple headlights / two tail lights depending on direction
• Additional lighting functions including high beam in digital mode
• Digital sound decoder: PluX22
• Decoder interface: PluX22
• Minimum radius: 358 mm
• Control system: digital (DCC)

The model features a high level of detailing with separately attached parts such as handrails, windscreen wipers and UIC sockets. The set also includes external mirrors that can be installed in folded or unfolded positions. The appearance is further enhanced by colour-highlighted brake discs.

Thanks to the modern PluX22 decoder, the model offers realistic sound effects and multiple lighting functions available in digital operation. The locomotive is ready for operation and is an excellent addition to modern passenger or freight train formations.

About the class 2016 “Hercules” locomotives

The class 2016 diesel locomotives of ÖBB, known as “Hercules”, were developed as universal diesel-electric locomotives capable of hauling both passenger and freight trains. The design was created by Siemens as part of the EuroRunner locomotive platform.

Between 2002 and 2004 the Austrian Federal Railways placed 100 locomotives of this class into service. These locomotives have a power output of 2000 kW and a maximum speed of 140 km/h. With an axle load of about 20 tonnes they can also operate on secondary lines.

Class 2016 locomotives are capable of multiple-unit operation and push-pull services. Their versatility and reliability have made them widely used across Austria and other European railway networks.

About the manufacturer – Roco

Roco is a renowned Austrian manufacturer of model railway products known for high-quality craftsmanship and accurate reproduction of real railway vehicles. The company offers a wide range of locomotives, coaches, freight wagons and track systems in the most popular modelling scales. Roco models are appreciated by hobbyists for their detailed design, reliable running characteristics and extensive selection of railway vehicles from different eras and railway administrations.