MiniTrix 16240: Class 248 Electric Locomotive

Highlights:

• Locomotive body and frame are constructed of die-cast zinc.
• Numerous light functions can be controlled digitally.
• Digital decoder with extensive operation and sound functions.

Prototype: Alpha Trains Luxembourg S.à r.l class 248 dual power locomotive (Vectron Dual Mode), leased to LEONHARD WEISS, Inc. and Company, Göppingen, Germany. From the Siemens Vectron product family. Road number 248 040. The locomotive looks as it did in 2023.

Model: The locomotive has a built-in digital decoder and sound generator for operation with mfx and DCC. The motor has a flywheel. 4 axles powered. Traction tires. Triple headlights and dual red marker lights change over with the direction of travel, will work in conventional operation, and can be controlled digitally. The headlights at Locomotive Ends 2 and 1 can be turned off separately in digital operation. When the headlights are off at both ends, then the double A light function is on at both ends. Long-distance headlights can be controlled separately in digital operation. Cab lighting can be controlled digitally. Special switching lights and lights for running against traffic can be controlled digitally. Maintenance-free warm white and red LEDs are used for the lighting. Brake hoses for installation on the locomotive are included separately. Length over the buffers 124.8 mm / 4-7/8.