Piko AC Steam locomotive/Sound BR 62 DR III + PluX22 Dec.

Powerful, compact, and yet extremely delicate, this new construction from PIKO is presented. The squat design of the prototype has been perfectly captured and scaled down into the model. Thanks to the intricate bar frame and the unobstructed view in the engine area, the massive boiler appears to almost float. This impression is further supported by the fine wheel stars of the chassis, which also features a delicate brake linkage. The typical architectural details of the prototypes have also been taken into account in the model's implementation. The crystal-clear window inserts of the cab and the unobstructed interior allow a view of the detailed boiler and cab rear wall. The zinc die-cast and metal parts give the model a very high weight, which, combined with the finely tuned motor with flywheels, ensures optimal driving characteristics. With the factory-installed PSD XP sound decoder, the lighting of the engine and cab, as well as the flickering in the firebox, can be controlled digitally. The model carries the quality mark fits mfx®. To ensure that digital decoders can be reliably used by all users of the current Märklin digital central units, a new quality mark "fits mfx®" has been introduced in collaboration with Märklin and other manufacturers. This can only be used by digital decoders that have undergone a special mfx® test and passed it completely. These decoders and the locomotives in which they are installed carry the quality mark "fits mfx®," which certifies unrestricted mfx® functionality. This means that PIKO products with the "fits mfx®" logo now fully support the diverse functions of mfx®.