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PIKO · 21698 · Locomotives · Electric

GER: Elektrolok BR 143 S-Bahn DR Ep. IV

Scale
H0 (1:87)
Era
V
Railway
Deutsche Reichsbahn (GDR)
Country
East Germany (GDR)
EAN
4015615216988

Market price

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Model

Basic

Product line
PIKO Expert

Market

Market status
available

Description

Catalog description
Novelty 2025: Design variant of the DR Class 143 in Era IV in a striking S-Bahn livery. The PIKO model impresses with the successful mold construction without disturbing mold parting edges and the harmonious implementation of all relevant details of the prototype machine. The lighting is provided by LEDs. The cab lighting and the front and rear lights, which function depending on the direction of travel, can be controlled digitally with a PluX22 decoder. The model with a die-cast zinc frame has a five-pole motor with precisely balanced flywheels for excellent running characteristics and two traction tires for high tractive forces, which are arranged diagonally on the inside axles of both bogies. Retrofitting with sound and the largest possible loudspeaker is prepared on the clearly designed circuit board with PluX22 interface. Attachable dummy brake hoses are included with the BR 143 model.

Dimensions and compatibility

Scale and track

Track gauge
H0 · 16.5 mm

Dimensions

Length over buffers
191 mm

Couplers

Front coupler pocket
NEM 362
Rear coupler pocket
NEM 362

Track and curves

Minimum radius
358 mm

Drive and mechanics

Drive

Traction tyres
2

Electrics and electronics

Power supply

System
DC (two-rail)

Factory electronics

Decoder interface
PluX22

Lighting

Head lights
Yes
Rear lights
Yes
Direction-dependent lights
Yes

Last change: November 4, 2026