{"product_id":"piko-db-br194-178-electric-locomotive-iv-dcc-sound-pk37439-g-gauge","title":"Piko DB BR194 178 Electric Locomotive IV (DCC-Sound) PK37439 G Gauge","description":"EBS NoHAB Diesel Locomotive VI\u003cp\u003e1:22.5 scale model produced by Piko. This model is ready-to-run straight out of the box and would make a excellent addition to any model railway collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue DC Model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest suited to Epoch VI Model Railways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model mainly operates in Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model is decorated in EBS company markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model is best suited to 600mm radius curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails\u003cp\u003eThe NoHAB is widely recognised as one of the most striking diesel locomotives on European railways. Developed as an offshoot of the legendary F series from US manufacturer EMD, it was produced under licence from 1954 by the Swedish company Nydqvist och Holm AB, commonly known as ‘NoHAB.’\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy 1965, NoHAB had delivered 165 of these distinctive ‘round-nosed’ locomotives to state railways in Denmark, Norway and Hungary. Additional units were manufactured by Anglo-Franco-Belge for the Belgian state railway, further extending the locomotive’s reach across Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollowing the liberalisation of the European rail transport market, many NoHAB locomotives found new roles with private operators, including in Germany, where several remain in commercial service today, demonstrating their enduring reliability and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the distinctive rounded nose that has become synonymous with NoHAB locomotives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicensed Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built under licence from EMD by Swedish manufacturer Nydqvist och Holm AB starting in 1954.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidespread Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivered extensively to Denmark, Norway, Hungary, and Belgium’s state railways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinued Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many locomotives continue to operate with private companies across Europe, including Germany.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric and Operational Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e A symbol of durable diesel technology adapted for varied European rail networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis detailed model faithfully captures the iconic appearance and engineering heritage of the NoHAB, making it an essential addition for enthusiasts of classic European diesel locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52985681051985,"sku":"PK37439","price":907.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/4992\/2129\/files\/pk37439_1_v2.jpg?v=1770911768","url":"https:\/\/www.jadlamracingmodels.com\/products\/piko-db-br194-178-electric-locomotive-iv-dcc-sound-pk37439-g-gauge","provider":"Jadlam Toys \u0026 Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}