{"product_id":"piko-expert-csd-t435-0-diesel-locomotive-iv-pk52103-ho-gauge","title":"Piko Expert CSD T435.0 Diesel Locomotive IV PK52103 HO Gauge","description":"Expert CSD T435.0 Diesel Locomotive IV (DCC-Sound)\u003cp\u003e1:87 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\u003eDCC Sound Model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest suited to Epoch IV Model Railways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model mainly operates in Czech Republic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model is decorated in CSD company markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model is best suited to 358mm radius curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails\u003cp\u003eIn the late 1950s, the Deutsche Reichsbahn urgently required replacements for the ageing class 80 steam locomotives. While the V 60 was still undergoing testing in the GDR, 20 units of the well-established T 435.0 series were procured from Czechoslovakia. These locomotives, designated as the V 75, were primarily deployed for shunting operations in and around Leipzig.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimely Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Addressed the immediate need to replace worn-out class 80 steam locomotives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilised the reliable T 435.0 series sourced from Czechoslovakia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperational Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mainly assigned to shunting duties in the Leipzig area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrategic Procurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enabled continued service during local locomotive development delays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegional Importance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supported efficient yard operations within a key industrial region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis detailed model accurately captures the functional design and historical context of the V 75 locomotive, making it a valuable piece for collectors and enthusiasts of Eastern European railway history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52985609290065,"sku":"PK52103","price":209.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/4992\/2129\/files\/pk52103_1_v2.jpg?v=1770911975","url":"https:\/\/www.jadlamracingmodels.com\/products\/piko-expert-csd-t435-0-diesel-locomotive-iv-pk52103-ho-gauge","provider":"Jadlam Toys \u0026 Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}