V 36 - the prototype...

...was derived from a replica series of 18 machines built by MaK Kiel. This class differed from previous classes in that it had a longer wheel base and a fully welded construction. Two locomotives functioned as prototypes.

Models

Our prototype locomotive, V 36.413, had its home in Friedberg (Hesse) in the years 1957 to 1959. One special characteristic of the V 36.418 is its roof cockpit designed to allow the locomotive driver a better view of the immediate track section. Furthermore, the refrigerating installation was removed.

Operation is possible on both conventional as well as digital layouts that correspond to the NMRA DCC format. In analogue operation, the locomotive only accelerates at a track voltage of approx. 5V. Low voltage lighting is used which makes it possible to leave the locomotive standing on the layout with the lighting switched on. Highlights in both analogue and digital operation:

Remote coupling

The remote coupling was designed for the use of an NEM loop and hook coupler. For use with other couplers, the serial coupling hook can be replaced by a coupler pocket with dovetail. To adjust the couplings of your coaches, refer to the coupling gauge enclosed with the model.

Analogue operation:

Coupling: The push-button (enclosed with the locomotive) switches the track voltage from DC to AC. The electronics inside the locomotive respond and activate the coupling.

Decoupling: Turn the turning knob of the control panel until the lights come on. Choose the direction of travel leading away from the coach. The locomotive must not be in motion. Operate the push-button to feed AC to the track. The coupling hook is lowered and the locomotive moves approx. 5mm away from the coupling at a minimum speed.

Digital operation:

Decoupling: Move the train to the point where the decoupling is to take place. Choose the direction of travel leading away from the coach. Press F1 to initiate the decoupling procedure: The coupling hook is lowered and the locomotive moves approx. 5mm away from the coupling at a minimum speed.

Coupling: Move the locomotive next to the coach to which it is to be coupled. Press F2 to initiate the coupling procedure: The coupling hook is lowered and the locomotive moves approx. 5mm towards the coach at a minimum speed. The lowered hook is pushed underneath the bent coupling link of the coach. Then, the hook will lift again. This way, a coach can be coupled without having to be moved once.

Digital operation offers four functions:

At last, these models offer prototypical shunting and switching!

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