LGB DR Steam Loco VII K Ep. IV

The LGB DR Steam Loco VII K Ep. IV authentically models road number 99 1757-6 (class 99.73–76, former Saxon VII K) of the German State Railroad of the GDR. Finished in accurate Era IV livery and lettering, this imposing 51 cm G scale locomotive (ref. LGB 21484 / HC‑L21484) combines meticulous detailing with robust performance for outdoor or indoor layouts.

Power comes from two powerful, ball bearing mounted motors with traction tyres, while an mfx/DCC decoder provides a rich suite of light and sound functions. A built‑in smoke generator produces wheel‑synchronised steam exhaust plus cylinder steam for a convincing, hard‑working steam effect. Articulated running gear allows confident operation on tight R1 curves (600 mm / 23‑5/8" radius), supported by a buffer capacitor for smoother performance.

Era‑specific touches are captured with care, including the computer‑era road number with self‑check digit “‑6”, grey‑white warning corners on the end windows, and the historically accurate absence of the brass builder’s plates on the cylinder blocks—complete with the visible fixing holes. Prototypical details abound, with separately applied parts, opening cab doors and a smoke box door that reveals interior features.

Key Features

• G scale model of DR 99 1757‑6 (class 99.73–76), Era IV livery and lettering
• Length over buffers: 51 cm / 20‑1/16"
• Two powerful, ball bearing mounted motors; traction tyres
• mfx/DCC decoder with many light and sound functions
• Headlights with direction‑dependent changeover
• Digitally controlled cab lights and flickering firebox
• Built‑in smoke generator with wheel‑synchronised exhaust and cylinder steam
• Articulated running gear ensures operation on R1 (600 mm / 23‑5/8") curves
• Opening smoke box door with interior detail; opening cab doors
• Separately applied detail parts for enhanced realism
• Buffer capacitor included

Prototype & Era IV Detail

This model reflects hallmark Era IV characteristics of the GDR’s German State Railroad: computer‑era numbering with a self‑check digit, grey‑white warning corners on the cab end windows, and the removal of brass builder’s plates during material shortages—represented here by the remaining screw holes. Together with the refined bodywork and running gear, these details deliver a faithful portrayal of the celebrated Saxon‑derived VII K narrow‑gauge steam locomotive.