Product Info
The Vossloh DE 18 is the modern European standard for heavy shunting and mainline freight. As the French launch customer, Europorte now operates around 30 units (including leased locos), forming the backbone of their versatile fleet.
Dressed in a striking silver, blue, and yellow livery, these multi-purpose machines bridge the gap between the "last mile" and the main line. They are frequently used for automotive feeder services, making the new Jouef model HJ2471/S the perfect match for our car transporter wagons (e.g., HJ6316).
With a powerful 300 kN starting tractive effort and certifications for France, Belgium, and Germany, these units haul heavy block trains—carrying cereals, chemicals, or vehicles—to North Sea ports and across the Rhine. Essential for any Era VI layout, our Jouef models feature digital couplers to provide authentic shunting realism and enhanced operational fun.
Key features:
Die-cast metal chassis
High-quality plastic body shell
Five-pole high-performance motor with twin flywheels
Directional lighting with independently switchable front and rear lights in digital mode
Illuminated driver’s cab interior
Lighted control desk
Digital couplers on DCC versions
Tech Specs
Item Scale
1:87 Scale HO Gauge
Colour
Silver/blue
DCC Status
Ac 21 pin socket (NEM 660)
Minimum Curve (mm)
H0 scale: 356.5 mm
Motor
High performance motor
Flywheel Fitted
Yes
Pantograph
No
Close Coupler
Yes
Interior Light
Yes, cabin interior light
Lights
Front: 3 white – rear: 2 red
Sprung Buffers
No
Livery/Owner logo
EUROPORTE
Product Status
New livery 2025
