Märklin 039092 H0 Electric Locomotive Class 1189 “Krokodil” ÖBB Era VI

Model railway enthusiasts operating a Märklin H0 layout with the AC three-rail system can add a museum-quality Austrian locomotive to their collection. The ÖBB Class 1189 "Krokodil" is a six-axle electric locomotive with an articulated chassis, faithfully reproduced in 1:87 scale. The prototype is preserved as a museum locomotive and operates in Era VI, making it a striking addition to modern-themed layouts.

Key specifications

• Scale: H0 (1:87)
• Railway company: Österreichische Bundesbahnen (ÖBB)
• Locomotive series: 1189 "Krokodil"
• Road number: 1189.02
• Era: VI (museum locomotive)
• Power system: AC (Märklin 3-rail system)
• Digital decoder: mfx+
• Motor: Controlled high-efficiency Softdrive Sinus propulsion
• Drive axles: 3 powered axles
• Traction tires: 2
• Lighting: Triple headlights and 1 white marker light (Swiss light change)
• Light technology: Maintenance-free warm white LEDs
• Couplers: NEM coupler pockets with close coupler mechanism
• Chassis material: Die-cast metal
• Body material: Die-cast metal
• Minimum operating radius: 360 mm (Märklin C-track R1)
• Special features: Articulated chassis, detailed roof equipment, manually raised/lowered pantographs
• Control: Digital (mfx+, DCC compatible), Analog (limited functions)

Why choose it

The mfx+ decoder delivers extensive sound functions, including operating sounds, horn, compressor, braking, and station announcements, bringing realistic audio to your layout. The die-cast metal construction ensures durability and excellent pulling power, while the articulated chassis allows operation on tight curves down to 360 mm radius.

Ideal use cases

• Adding a museum locomotive to an Era VI themed layout
• Enhancing a Märklin AC layout with a distinctive Austrian prototype
• Collectors seeking a detailed model of the iconic "Krokodil"

Good to know

This model is designed for the Märklin AC three-rail system and is not suitable for two-rail DC operation. The pantographs can be manually raised or lowered for display or operation under catenary.