This model is an N-scale reproduction of an RABe 503 018 Astoro multiple unit belonging to SBB, the Swiss Railways. It consists of 2 end wagons, one of which is motorised, and two intermediate wagons. It is offered by Arnold under the reference 2567.
.The SBB RABe 503 018 Astoro multiple unit is a high-speed train model manufactured by Alstom. It is part of the Pendular family of trains and is specifically designed for international services. It is currently operated by various European railway companies. This high-speed train is capable of speeds of up to 250 km/h. It is designed for both conventional and high-speed lines, which means it can travel on a variety of rail networks without any problems. One of the outstanding features of the RABe 503 018 Astoro multiple unit is its tilting capability. The train has the ability to tilt its body when cornering, allowing higher speeds to be maintained without compromising passenger comfort. It is often found on routes not involving cross-border operations, such as Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Austria, and more.
The train's ability to tilt its body when cornering allows it to maintain higher speeds without compromising passenger comfort.
Technical features
- Engine:5 pôles
- Digitalisable:yes
- Decoder plug: Next-18
- Inertia mass: yes
- Length over buffer: 690 mm
- Lighting: three headlights and two taillights
- Inversion according to direction of travel: yes
