Dear G-Scale Train Enthusiast:
Thank you for adding this PIKO model
to your collection. It has undergone
intensive testing throughout
the development phase, as well
as numerous inspections in the
production process, to ensure you
smooth operation and many years of
trouble-free enjoyment.
Of course, we welcome reports of
your experience with the model under
“real world” conditions, which even
the most thorough developmental
testing cannot completely duplicate.
You can send us your comments by
several methods:
Via email to: [email protected]
Via fax to: +49 3675 897250
Or via postal mail to:
PIKO Spielwaren GmbH, Lutherstr. 30
96515 Sonneberg, Germany
Naturally, we like to hear about
positive experiences, but all
comments help us improve this and
future models.
Thank you for your support,
Your PIKO Team
The Prototype
The tank locomotive of the class 95
started service as class T20 in early
1923. It was intended to be used for
heavy trains on steep grades and was
the strongest locomotive procured by
the Reichsbahn. It was able to pull
2060 tons at 31mph on flat terrain.
After the Second World War, 14 of
the 45 machines were used by the
German Federal Railways. Their
operation included helper service on
grades. The last locomotive was
retired from service in 1958 by the
Federal Railways. After the war, the
Deutsche Reichsbahn received 31
locomotives of the BR 95 class. To
increase capacity in the early 1970s,
the tonnage per train was raised
for the BR95. This demanded more
physical work from engine personnel.
To tackle the resentment of firemen,
24 locomotives were converted to
oil firing. The last locomotives of this
class were used around Sonneberg
and not retired until the early 1980s.
Several locomotives are preserved
in museums. Engine 95 027 is
operational and can be seen in service
from time to time today.
The Model
The new development of this PIKO
locomotive model creates a worthy
monument to this important German
class.
The PIKO model of the BR 95
shows all the relevant details of the
prototype, down to the finest paint
and print features. It excites with a
prototypical, but yet finely detailed
appearance and versatile use. The
machine also impresses with its
robustness, precisely manufactured
wheels with stainless steel tires, and a
very reliable power pick-up. The
PIKO model comes with directional
lighting and is prepared for the
uncomplicated installation of pulsed
smoke generators, cab lighting, a
digital decoder and sound from
a large speaker. An engineer figure
makes the cab come alive.
Technical Details of the Model
• 2 powerful 7-pole motors, protected
from moisture
• 4 ball bearing drive axles gear-
driven
• Two wheels with traction tires
• 5-wheelset electrical pickup with
internal contacts
• 4 spring-loaded pickup shoes sliding
directly on the rails
• Heavy weight for traction
• Directional LED headlight and rear
light
• Decoder-and Sound Ready
• Speaker mounting provided
• Smoke generator in smokestack
• Ready for installation of pulsed
smoke generators
• Length: 571 mm
• Weight: approx. 3200 g
Details
• Fine detailed loco body
• Detached, separate boiler pipes
• Smoke box door can be opened
• Delicate replica of hand rails
• Delicate spoke wheels with stainless
steel wheel rims
• Detailed cab interior with engineer
figure
• Constructed of special plastic for
outdoor use
• Authentic railroad decorations
Getting Started: Initial Operation
Unpacking the Model
Remove the styrofoam packaging
extremely carefully to prevent
damaging accessories and attached
parts such as handrails etc.
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