{"product_id":"piko-expert-pkp-sm31-diesel-locomotive-iv-dcc-sound-pk52309-ho-gauge","title":"Piko Expert PKP SM31 Diesel Locomotive IV (DCC-Sound) PK52309 HO Gauge","description":"Expert PKP SM31 Diesel Locomotive V\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\u003eAnalogue DC 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\u003eFrom 1973, Fablok developed a six-axle locomotive based on the SM42, initially intended for export to the CMEA countries, though this plan was never realised. Starting in 1976, the Polish State Railways (PKP) acquired 167 of these machines, classifying them as SM31 003 to 169.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn additional 28 units were produced to meet industrial demands, alongside two prototypes that were not taken over by PKP. However, contrary to expectations, the CoCo axle arrangement proved unsuitable for industrial applications, leading to many units being decommissioned or sold to PKP.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloped by Fablok:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six-axle locomotive based on the SM42 design from 1973.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExport Plans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intended for CMEA export but ultimately not realised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePKP Acquisition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 167 units delivered from 1976, classified as SM31 series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Additional 28 machines built for industry, with limited success.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperational Outcome:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many units decommissioned or transferred due to unsuitability for industrial needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis model accurately represents the engineering features and historical significance of the SM31 series, making it a valuable addition for enthusiasts of Eastern European diesel locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52985612304721,"sku":"PK52309","price":275.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/4992\/2129\/files\/pk52309_1_v2.jpg?v=1770912096","url":"https:\/\/www.jadlamracingmodels.com\/products\/piko-expert-pkp-sm31-diesel-locomotive-iv-dcc-sound-pk52309-ho-gauge","provider":"Jadlam Toys \u0026 Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}