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NÖLB Steam Loco, U1





The long career of this Austrian “U-series” loco began on the NÖLB (Niederösterreichische Landesbahnen) near the start of the last century. Later, it served on the Lokalbahn Payerbach-Hirschwang, and today, it’s in the collection of the ÖGEG (Österreichische Gesellschaft für Eisenbahngeschichte), an Austrian rail preservation organization.
This LGB model has authentic livery and the distinctive profile of the U-series 0-6-2s. Lighted and detailed cab.


The Prototype
The U-series steam locos are among the best-known Austrian locomotives. Starting in 1889, seventy of these reliable 0-6-2 locos were built at the Krauss & Co. locomotive works. With a light axle load and an adequate top speed of 35 to 45 km/h (22 to 28 mph), the U-series were used almost universally on the many 2 1/2 foot gauge lines in Austria.The prototype of the LGB model has had a long career, which began on the NÖLB (Niederösterreichische Landesbahnen) around the start of the last century. Later, it served on the Lokalbahn Payerbach-Hirschwang, and recently, it was part of the collection of the ÖGEG (Österreichische Gesellschaft für Eisenbahngeschichte), an Austrian rail preservation organization.

The Model
This detailed replica features:
- weather-resistant construction
- opening cab doors
- four-way power control switch
- protected gearbox with seven-pole Bühler motor
- six powered wheels
- one traction tire
- eight power pickups
- voltage stabilization circuit
- smoke generator
- automatic directional lanterns
- one multi-purpose socket with circuit breaker
- length: 240 mm (9.4 in)
- weight: 2480 g (5.5 lb)