{"product_id":"roco-dr-br120-144-1-diesel-locomotive-iv-rc7380019-tt-gauge","title":"Roco DR BR120 144-1 Diesel Locomotive IV RC7380019 TT Gauge","description":"DR BR120 144-1 Diesel Locomotive IV\u003cp\u003e1:120 scale model produced by Roco. 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 IV Model Railways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model mainly operates in Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis model is decorated in DR company markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersion with original silencer and wide Dessau decorative stripes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful, reliable model for prototypically long trains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBased in Dresden Rbd, Dresden Bw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNEM Couplings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-Pole Motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-Pin DCC Interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlywheel Fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e146mm In Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails\u003cp\u003eTo accelerate the transition to diesel traction, the German Reichsbahn (DR) acquired a total of 378 Class V 200 locomotives (later reclassified as Class 120) between 1966 and 1975. Built in the Soviet Union, these powerful diesel engines were primarily deployed for freight train service, as they were not fitted with factory-installed train heating for passenger duties.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRenowned for their distinctive and loud engine noise, these locomotives quickly earned the nickname \"Taiga Drum.\" Despite their auditory presence, the V 200\/Class 120 series proved to be robust and reliable workhorses, playing a key role in modernising DR’s freight operations during the late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Class V 200 remains a notable example of East German diesel engineering, celebrated for its strength, durability, and the unmistakable sound that earned it legendary status among railway enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52988725952849,"sku":"RC7380019","price":205.05,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/4992\/2129\/files\/rc7380019_1_v2.jpg?v=1770998320","url":"https:\/\/www.jadlamracingmodels.com\/products\/roco-dr-br120-144-1-diesel-locomotive-iv-rc7380019-tt-gauge","provider":"Jadlam Toys \u0026 Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}