25265 DB Class 66 205 Diesel Locomotive - DCC Sound

Expected Delivery Q3 2026 (Subject to Change at Manufacturer's Discretion).

1:87 scale model produced by Trix. This model is ready-to-run straight out of the box and would make a excellent addition to any model railway collection.

Features:

• DCC Sound Model
  
• This model mainly operates in British
  
• Decorated in DB company markings
  
• HO scale (1:87) model of the DB AG / DB Cargo UK Class 66 diesel freight locomotive
  
• Factory-fitted mfx/DCC sound decoder with authentic diesel sound and advanced lighting functions
  
• Factory-installed smoke generator with dynamic smoke output for enhanced operational realism
  
• Four powered axles with flywheel-equipped motor and cardan shaft drive for smooth, powerful performance
  
• Digitally switchable cab lighting, control desk lighting and directional LED headlights/tail lights
  
• Highly detailed bodywork with separately fitted mirrors, grab rails, brake hoses and detailed buffer beams

Details

Add powerful modern freight traction to your European HO scale railway with the TRIX 25265 DB AG Class 66 Diesel Locomotive, a premium-quality model recreating the rugged and highly successful JT42CWR freight locomotive, better known across Europe as the Class 66. Finished in contemporary DB Cargo UK livery and presented in its 2025 operating condition, this highly detailed HO scale locomotive is ideal for modern European freight layouts and collectors of contemporary diesel traction.

Produced to TRIX’s renowned standards for European railway modelling, this HO scale (1:87) locomotive comes factory-fitted with an advanced mfx/DCC digital sound decoder, delivering authentic diesel engine sounds alongside extensive lighting and operating functions. A centrally mounted high-efficiency motor with flywheel drives all four axles via cardan shafts, providing excellent pulling power and exceptionally smooth running performance for heavy freight operations.

The model features digitally switchable directional LED lighting, illuminated cab and control desk lighting, plus a factory-installed smoke generator with dynamic smoke output for outstanding operational realism. Finely applied detailing includes separately fitted grab rails, realistic mirrors, detailed buffer beams and plug-in brake hoses, making this locomotive a standout addition to any modern European HO gauge collection.

Historical Background

The British Rail Class 66 is a six-axle diesel-electric freight locomotive developed by Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), a division of General Motors. Introduced in 1998, the Class 66 was designed to meet the UK's rail freight needs, offering enhanced reliability and efficiency.

The initial order came from English, Welsh & Scottish Railway (EWS), which placed a significant order for 250 units. These locomotives were built at EMD's facilities in Canada and the United States, with the first unit arriving in the UK in June 1998. The Class 66's design was based on the EMD JT42CWR model, incorporating features like a self-steering bogie to reduce track wear and improve adhesion.

Over the years, the Class 66 has become a staple in UK rail freight operations, with over 500 units produced. Various subclasses have been developed to meet specific operational requirements, including different gear ratios and emission standards. Operators such as Freightliner, GB Railfreight, and Direct Rail Services have incorporated the Class 66 into their fleets, ensuring its continued presence on the UK's railways.