Novelty 2026: Starting in 1958, Pafawag in Wrocław began serial production of the first Polish freight electric locomotive. Two prototypes and the first 18 production units were extensively tested, leading to design modifications in the following initial 70 units. By 1971, a total of 658 locomotives of this type had been delivered. The machines, approved for a top speed of 100 km/h, were designed to haul a 2,400-ton freight train on level track at 70 km/h. The ET21 was long seen on virtually all electrified routes in Poland. However, as the number of ET22s increased, the ET21s were gradually pushed further south. Originally scheduled for retirement by 2002, they remained in service much longer and are still partially used by private operators. Various pipes and roof structures are separately mounted. The handrails on the PIKO ET21 are also individually fitted. Etched tread plates and windshield wipers on the locomotive front complete the visually striking model. Thanks to the prototype-accurately arranged side windows, the recreated machinery room can be admired. It can be digitally illuminated at the push of a button. As is typical with PIKO Expert new constructions, the cab lighting is also digitally switchable. The electric locomotive features a PluX22 interface and is prepared for the uncomplicated retrofitting of sound with the largest possible speaker.