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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: hotline@piko.de
Via fax to: +49 3675 897250
Or via postal mail to:
PIKO Spielwaren GmbH, PF
96515 Sonneberg/Thüringen
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
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The Prototype
The VT 11.5 streamlined diesel multi-
ple-unit train was a standout develop-
ment from the ranks of German rail-
way vehicle builders in the 1950s and
the flagship of the Deutsche Bundes-
bahn (German Railways).
The trains were developed for the
international Trans Europ Express (TEE)
service, with increased comfort in
mind. In total, 19 power cars were
built by MAN, 23 compartment cars by
LHB and, by Waggonfabrik Wegmann,
8 coaches as well as 8 bar-dining cars
and 9 kitchen-dining cars. While a
maximum 10-unit train was possible, 7
units was the normal consist. With the
introduction of the DB's new numbe-
ring scheme on January 1st, 1968, the
power cars were renumbered to the
601 series and the middle cars to the
901 series.
In 1971, the DB introduced the InterCi-
ty system, with 1st class trains offering
fast service on two-hour intervals bet-
ween major cities. The TEE trains were
integrated into this system, with the
VT 11.5 trains changing to new routes
over time as earlier routes were elec-
trified.
To achieve 160kph speeds while
accommodating up to 256 seats in 10-
unit trains, 4 of the power cars were
rebuilt with 2200hp gas-turbine
motors. Renumbered into the 602
series, these units suffered from low
reliability and high fuel consumption.
They were taken out of service in
1979.
The planned service life extended to
1988, but in 1987 all units of the
601/901 series (except 601002 and
901 403, which had been damaged
and scrapped) were sold to Italy.
In 1990, after the German reunifica-
tion, a single 10-unit train was leased
back from Italy and used briefly, from
July 27th to September 29th, as the
InterCity train Max Liebermann of the
former East German Railways between
Hamburg and Berlin.
The Model
This 3-part multiple-unit train consists
of 2 powered end units and a
passenger coach. The train is designed
for easy installation of interior lights
as well as a decoder and sound.
As an add-on to the 3-unit train, a
passenger coach with a different car
number and a buffet car are also
offered.
Technical Details of the Model
• Two powerful motors, protected
from moisture
• Ball bearing drive axles
• Four axles gear-driven
• Electrical pickup via all trailer
wheelsets with wheel wipers
• Four spring-loaded pickup shoes
sliding directly on the rails
• Four built-in weights for traction
• Directional triple LED headlights
• Decoder- and Sound-Ready
• Speaker mount provided
• Special 12-pole conducting couplers
• Length: 2050 mm
• weight: approx. 8.850 g
Details
• Richly detailed body with
prototypical doors, grilles, vents
and more
• Separately installed front and side
windows
• Separately applied details such as
windshield wipers and handrails
• Detailed cab interior with engineer
figure
• Constructed of special plastic for
outdoor use
• Prototypical paint scheme
• Prototypical and complete
decorations
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