Märklin HO 39560 - Swiss Federal Railways Ce 6/8 III "Crocodile" Electric Freight Locomotive Product Description Märklin Article No. 39560 - Swiss Federal Railways (SBB-CFF-FFS) Class Ce 6/8 III heavy freight locomotive No. 14310 in classic green livery. Era III-IV (1945-1990). This extraordinary H0 scale (1:87) model represents the legendary "Crocodile" - one of the most iconic and recognizable electric locomotives in railway history, renowned for conquering the challenging grades of the Swiss Gotthard route. Production Series: Manufactured 2001-2008 as part of Märklin's premium articulated locomotive range. Technical Features • Digital decoder with Motorola format (Märklin Digital) • Controlled high-efficiency C-Sine motor technology • 6 axles powered with 4 traction tires for exceptional pulling power on steep grades • Authentic articulated chassis design - two powered nose units connected by pivoting central section for negotiating tight Alpine curves • True compound electrical system representation with dual motor configuration • Swiss headlight/marker light code changeover - operational in both conventional and digital modes • Digital functions include: o Directional lighting with Swiss Federal Railways standard code o Low speed range for switching operations without acceleration/braking delay o Switchable between Swiss light changeover and standard white/red marker configuration o Controlled via 6021 Control Unit for full digital functionality • Numerous separately applied detail parts including pantographs, roof equipment, and number boards • Three-part metal body construction with swing-out end hoods for curve negotiation • Length over buffers: 23.0 cm (9⅛") • Power: AC 3-rail (Märklin system) • Era: III-IV (1945-1990) • Road number: 14310 • 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 excellent as new condition. It has never been used on a layout and have been preserved lovingly in storage since acquisition. 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.