The Piko H0 scale model of the electric locomotive Rh 242 “Plecháč” offers realistic details, a built-in PIKO TrainSound decoder, digitally switchable lighting for the cab, engine room, and bogies, and accurate ČD livery, Era V. The DC version with NEM 658 / PluX22 interface delights every modeler with its fidelity, durable construction, and smooth running.
The iconic Czech Railways Class 242 electric locomotive, nicknamed “Plecháč,” is presented in a precisely crafted Piko model. It stands out with realistic proportions, fine interior and exterior detailing, and authentic sound thanks to the integrated PIKO TrainSound decoder. Cab, engine room, bogie, and marker lighting can be conveniently controlled digitally, with white/red headlights switching according to the direction of travel.
This H0 model (1:87) in DC configuration is equipped with an NEM 658 / PluX22 interface for easy digital operation and features two metal single-arm pantographs, a short coupler in an NEM pocket, and a robust construction for reliable running. Faithful front window fittings and a finely detailed cab underscore the authentic look of the Era V ČD locomotive.
- Realistic sound – integrated PIKO TrainSound decoder
- Premium lighting – cab, engine room, bogies, white/red by direction
- Digital readiness – NEM 658 / PluX22 interface
- Precise details – cab interiors, accurate windows, metal pantographs
- Robust construction – smooth running and operational reliability
Specifications
- Scale
- H0 (1:87)
- Model length
- 189 mm
- Minimum radius
- 358 mm
- Power
- DC (direct current)
- Control
- Digital
- Digital interface
- NEM 658 / PluX22
- Sound
- Yes, integrated PIKO TrainSound decoder
- Lighting
- Yes, including cab, engine room, and bogies; white/red according to direction of travel
- Pantographs
- Two metal single-arm pantographs
- Couplers
- NEM pocket with short coupler
- Operator
- ČD
- Era
- V
- Age
- 14+
- Construction
- Robust, finely detailed
