{"product_id":"piko-expert-pkp-cargo-st44-diesel-locomotive-v-pk52107-ho-gauge","title":"Piko Expert PKP Cargo ST44 Diesel Locomotive V PK52107 HO Gauge","description":"Expert PKP Cargo ST44 Diesel Locomotive V (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 V Model Railways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model mainly operates in Poland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model is decorated in PKP 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\u003eThe Luhansk locomotive factory developed a robust six-axle diesel-electric locomotive based on the SZD TE10 series, originally built from 1958 to haul heavy goods trains. The first two prototypes, M62 01 and M62 02, were delivered to the SZD in 1964. Between 1966 and 1975, the Deutsche Reichsbahn acquired a total of 378 locomotives from this series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA distinctive characteristic of the initial M62 delivery series was the absence of a silencer, which led to the locomotive earning the nickname ‘Taiga drum’ in the GDR due to its loud exhaust noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Freight Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for demanding goods train operations with a six-axle diesel-electric configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProven Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Based on the SZD TE10 series dating from 1958.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e 378 units purchased by the Deutsche Reichsbahn between 1966 and 1975.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early models lacked a silencer, earning the nickname ‘Taiga drum’ for their distinctive exhaust noise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Key locomotive in Eastern European freight transport during its era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis detailed model captures the engineering strength and iconic presence of the M62 locomotive, making it a prized addition for collectors and enthusiasts of classic diesel freight locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52985611223377,"sku":"PK52107","price":186.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/4992\/2129\/files\/pk52107_1_v2.jpg?v=1770912015","url":"https:\/\/www.jadlamracingmodels.com\/products\/piko-expert-pkp-cargo-st44-diesel-locomotive-v-pk52107-ho-gauge","provider":"Jadlam Toys \u0026 Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}