New for 2025, this model is an exact replica of the BR 720 “Hektor” locomotive in CSD livery from Era IV. It offers fine detailing with freestanding handrails, authentic paintwork and markings, direction-dependent white/red lighting, and the option for digital upgrade via a PluX22 interface. Ideal for shunting and freight consists on H0 scale layouts.
This BR 720 diesel locomotive (originally T 435.0) in CSD design faithfully captures the characteristic features of the real prototype—from delicate engravings and freestanding grab irons to a finely detailed cab interior. The direction-dependent white/red lighting ensures realistic operation, and with a PluX22 decoder you can digitally switch the cab lighting and number plates.
Thanks to a robust construction and precise workmanship, the model is an excellent choice for use in shunting and in front of freight trains. The NEM 658 PluX22 interface allows easy sound upgrade with a compatible PIKO decoder. The analog DC version ensures reliable operation even on smaller layouts with a minimum radius of 358 mm.
- New for 2025 with authentic CSD paint and markings (Era IV)
- Scale H0 (1:87) for broad compatibility with layouts and accessories
- Detailed body with metal elements for enhanced realism
- Easy digitalization via NEM 658 PluX22 interface (sound upgrade possible)
- Lighting white/red depending on direction of travel; cab and number plate lighting digitally switchable
Specifications
- Scale
- H0 (1:87)
- Length over buffers
- 144 mm
- Minimum radius
- 358 mm
- Power
- DC
- Control
- Analog
- Digital interface
- NEM 658 PluX22
- Lighting
- White/red depending on direction of travel; cab and number plate lighting digitally switchable (with PluX22 decoder)
- Sound
- Upgradeable with a PIKO decoder
- Operator
- CSD
- Era
- IV
- Model variant
- BR 720 “Hektor” (origin T 435.0)
- Age
- 14+
