Prototype: German Federal Railroad (DB) class V 188 heavy double diesel electric locomotive. Version in a crimson basic paint scheme. Road number V 188 002 a/b. The locomotive looks as it did around 1964. Model: The locomotive has an mfx+ digital decoder and extensive sound functions. It also has controlled high-efficiency propulsion. Both locomotives have a motor. 4 axles powered. Traction tires. The 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 End 2 and 1 can be turned off separately in digital operation. Maintenance-free warm white and red LEDs are used for the lighting. The two locomotives are permanently coupled together. Length over the buffers 25.8 cm / 10-1/8". This model is being produced in a one-time series only for the Märklin Dealer Initiative (MHI). 5th and last locomotive of a series of 5 locomotives with authentic weathering. Highlights: Double locomotive includes 2 motors. Realistic diesel locomotive sound. Authentic weathering. Presentation board included. Locomotive engineer figure in Cab 1. mfx+ digital decoder and extensive operating and sound functions included. For even more operating enjoyment in the Märklin "World of Operation". Product info A freight car set to go with this locomotive is also being offered exclusively for the MHI in the Märklin assortment under item number 47367. Publications - Summer New Items 2016 - Product programme 2016/2017 Features ! Märklin exclusive special model - produced in a one-time series. ) Metal frame and locomotive body. c Digital locomotives with high-efficiency propulsion. Maximum speed and acceleration / delay are adjustable. Special motor with electronically enhanced load compensation or a compact bellshaped armature. # mfx+ digital decoder h Built-in sound effects circuit. N Triple headlights and two red marker lights that change over with the direction of travel. U Märklin close couplers in standard pocket with guide mechanism. 3 Era 3 Y Warning ATTENTION: adults only Control Unit Mobile Station Mobile Station 2 Central Station 1/2 Central Station 3/2 Headlight(s) X X X X X Diesel locomotive op. sounds X X X X X Locomotive whistle X X X X X Direct control X X X X X Sound of squealing brakes off X X X X Headlight(s): Cab2 End X X X X Whistle for switching maneuver X X X X Headlight(s): Cab1 End X X X X Station Announcements X X X Sound of Couplers Engaging X X X Sanding X X X Brake Compressor X X X Letting off steam / air X X X Rail Joints X X X