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Shunting locomotive KG230 and electric locomotive BR151 as pre-order in different variations

Shunting locomotive KG230 and electric locomotive BR151 as pre-order in different variations
Posted on 14-11-2025 by Dennis
ESU is a German manufacturer known for its high-quality digital solutions for model railroading. In addition to their popular decoders (LokSound, LokPilot), ESU also produces locomotives under the Engineering Edition line. These models combine realistic sound, extensive lighting functions, and fine detailing with innovative technology such as energy storage and smooth motor control. Unique to ESU locomotives is that they are suitable for both 2-rail DC and 3-rail AC operation, and operate in both analog and digital modes. ESU stands for premium quality, maximum realism, and unique innovation for model railroaders.

We have several new locomotives available for pre-order.

First up is the KG230 Shunting Locomotive in various versions. The KG230 is a compact, two-axle diesel-hydraulic shunting locomotive, originally developed by Deutz from 1962 onwards in the Köf III power class. The ESU H0 scale model combines high-quality detailing with advanced digital features:
And also several versions of the BR 151. The BR 151 is a six-axle electric locomotive of the Deutsche Bundesbahn (DB), developed in the late 1960s for fast freight trains. The existing locomotives (BR 140 and BR 150) no longer met the requirements of the Trans-Europ-Express-Merchandises network, so DB needed a more powerful locomotive.