Märklin HO 37841 - German Federal Railroad BR 051 Heavy Freight Locomotive Product Description Märklin Article No. 37841 - German Federal Railroad (DB) Class 051 heavy freight locomotive No. 051 761-5 in black and red livery with tender featuring brakeman's cab. Era IV (1970-1990). This extraordinary H0 scale (1:87) model represents one of the most successful and numerous steam locomotive designs in German railway history - a powerful 2-10-0 "Decapod" configuration that formed the backbone of heavy freight operations across Germany. Production Series: Manufactured 2001-2005 as part of Märklin's standard locomotive range. Technical Features Digital decoder (6090FX) with Motorola format Controlled high-efficiency 5-pole drum collector motor (DCM) with flywheel 5 axles powered with 4 traction tires for exceptional heavy freight hauling capability Driving wheels divided into two linked groups to enable the locomotive to negotiate sharp curves Heavy metal construction with boiler-mounted motor Digitally controlled headlights with 3-point directional lighting - operational in both conventional and digital modes Telex coupler on the tender Digital functions include: Directional headlights Telex coupler control Smoke generator contact (can be retrofitted with 7226 smoke generator) Acceleration and braking delay control with 6021 Control Unit Numerous separately applied detail parts Authentic paint scheme in DB black and red Era IV colors Tender with brakeman's cab (2'2' T 26 type) in matching livery Adjustable close coupling between locomotive and tender Length over buffers: 26.3 cm (10⅜") Power: AC 3-rail (Märklin system) Era: IV (1970-1990) Road number: 051 761-5 Packaging: Original factory box with documentation Item Condition & Terms This locomotive has been carefully preserved in private collection storage since original purchase. The item was tested upon acquisition and again prior to this listing to confirm operational functionality. Comes complete with original factory packaging and documentation materials, which show age-appropriate wear. The locomotive itself remains in as-new, unused condition and has never been operated on a layout. Please review all photographs carefully - only items visible in the images are included in this sale. Shipping: Courier service only for reliable, tracked delivery. International Buyers: Please note that the seller does not ship to the USA due to unpredictable customs clearance procedures. Bidders requiring USA delivery should not place bids. Listing Transparency: This product description was compiled with AI assistance. As this item is no longer in production, the seller has relied significantly on AI-assisted research to provide accurate specifications and historical context. The seller is committed to transparency and accuracy, and encourages prospective bidders to independently validate all information before bidding.