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Trix reference 22724 belongs to the Vom Erz zum Stahl series and reproduces the MaK G 1206 diesel locomotive of the Tegernseebahn, with road number 14 and an Era V setting. The model is built with a die-cast metal chassis and body, with applied plastic detail parts that add refinement without compromising the solidity of the model. In hand, the weight is immediately noticeable, and on the track it translates into stable traction and smooth running.
Bell-shaped motor, flywheel and four powered axles
At the heart of the model is a bell-shaped motor with flywheel, a combination that encourages gradual acceleration and braking. All four axles are powered and the locomotive includes traction tyres to improve grip on gradients or when hauling loaded consists. Current collection is two-rail DC, with an integrated 8-pin digital interface for those who want to make the move to digital in the future. Lighting uses warm white LEDs: head and tail lights switch automatically depending on the direction of travel, giving visual continuity to movement without any manual intervention.
Tegernseebahn, road number 14, Era V
The Tegernseebahn is a Bavarian regional line with its own distinct character, and the G 1206 is one of the most recognisable diesel shunting and light traction locomotives in that setting. At 165 mm long in HO, this model fits naturally at the head of a short freight consist or in a shunting scene on a yard. The specific livery and road number bring coherence to any layout set in southern Germany during Era V.
Layout and display cabinet integration
The couplers follow the NEM standard, making connection with standard rolling stock straightforward. On a layout with an industrial scene or a small regional station, the Tegernseebahn G 1206 feels at home without needing a long consist to justify its presence: alone or with two or three wagons, the scene works. For the display cabinet, the metal construction and the level of detail on the applied parts mean the model holds up well under close inspection.