Novelty 2023: Print variant of the cult locomotive of the class 118 in the version as E 18 of the DR in epoch III. The PIKO model convinces with the coherent implementation of its prototype of the Bundesbahn. The fine wheel sets, the exact reproduction of the prototypical roof equipment with filigree pantographs and the exact reproduction of the front parts are to be emphasised. The driver"s cab and engine room lights as well as the front and rear lights that work depending on the direction of travel can be switched digitally. The model with a zinc die-cast frame has excellent driving characteristics and high tractive forces. In the sound version, the model has a PIKO sound decoder with the largest possible loudspeaker.