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The Roco 63674 reproduces the ES 64 U2-027 of the Wiener Lokalbahn (WLB) in HO scale, wearing the beige and blue livery that identifies this Austrian operator in Era V. At 221 mm long on the rails, it has a solid track presence that works well at the head of passenger consists or in mixed-traffic scenes on the Viennese regional network.
A Taurus with its own identity
Within the ES 64 U2 family, WLB unit 027 has a visual identity that sets it apart from the versions run by major operators. The beige and blue colour combination gives it a recognisable regional character that, on a layout, works particularly well in station scenes or on track plans evoking the suburban surroundings of Vienna. The running number 182 527-2 is reproduced on the model, adding coherence to the whole.
Confirmed technical details
The model features a flywheel motor (Schwungmasse) and drive on three axles, with traction tyres (Haftreifen) for improved grip on gradients. The three-light headlights (Dreilicht-Spitzenbeleuchtung) are fitted as standard. Coupling is NEM 362 without a close-coupling mechanism. The model is prepared for an 8-pin digital decoder, though this reference is supplied in analogue DC configuration.
On the layout
At 221 mm in length, the ES 64 U2-027 sits comfortably at the front of a train without looking out of place on an HO scale layout. Its regional livery makes it especially useful in consists representing Austrian suburban or regional traffic in Era V. In a display cabinet, the colour scheme and visible running number make it a characterful piece within a roster focused on the Central European network.