TRIX 25480
The Belgian king with mighty power
Undoubtedly, the mighty class 1 Pacific locomotives formed the high point of Belgian steam locomotive building. Between 1935 and 1938, 35 units were built as road numbers 1.001-1.035. Their very successful external shape clearly characterized their mighty power. They were used mostly pulling heavy express trains on the route Oostende – Brussels – Liège – Aachen and on the route from Brussels via Arlon to Luxembourg City with an average speed of 80 or even 100 km/h / 50 or even 63 mph. With a performance of 3,400 horsepower, an axle load of 22 metric tons, and a maximum speed of 120 km/h / 75 mph, they occupied a position of honor in international comparisons.
Prototype: Belgian State Railroad (SNCB/NMBS) class 1 express steam locomotive. Road number 1.030.
Highlights
New tooling.
Factory-installed smoke generator.
Emergency light that can be controlled separately in digital operation.
Cab lighting that can be controlled separately in digital operation.
Flickering firelight in the firebox that can be controlled digitally.