Steam locomotive 98 040 of the SNCB, Era III, black-green.
Prototype condition around 1954, LokSound, smoke generator, shunting coupling, DC/AC

The T16.1 is the first steam locomotive from ESU.
The finely detailed model is mostly made of metal and features a variety of separately applied parts. It goes without saying that the prototype-specific differences are taken into account. A visual highlight is also the wheels designed with thin spokes.
The model is depicted with largely worn wheel tires, which allows the wheel stars to have prototype-appropriate dimensions. This leaves enough space for the flange to be designed in such a way that safe operation on two- and three-rail tracks is possible. To minimize compromises in the chassis, we guarantee operation only on radii from 420 mm.
Since the locomotives were used in local freight and shunting service, they are equipped with a shunting coupling in the standard pocket on both sides. Matching hook couplings with non-magnetic hooks are included with the locomotive.

- Newly designed smoke generator
- Crosshead, slide bar, and piston rod made of metal

Of course, the model emits smoke from the chimney controlled by axle sensors and synchronized with LokSound. We have also paid close attention to the prototype when designing the sounds. For example, when descending a hill, the acoustic can be switched to counter-pressure brake using the function key, simulating the Riggenbach counter-pressure brake. The acoustics of the various air and feed pumps were also different.
Shunting is done prototypically under the dual illumination of the right lower lantern. In the Prussian variant, the third marker light can be activated to display the marker signal Zg 7 (counter train signal). For the first time in large series, the lanterns are designed to stand freely where prototypically appropriate. When coal is acoustically shoveled into the firebox, the firebox lighting also glows.