Buy Train Sim World DB BR 204 Loco Add-On PC key

The Train Sim World DB BR 204 Loco Add-On adds the DB BR 204 “V100” diesel locomotive in DB Traffic Red livery. The locomotive is recreated with true-to-life performance and handling, detailed driving cabs, and sounds recorded from the real locomotive.

The V100 and its history

In the 1950s, the Deutsche Reichsbahn sought to replace steam locomotives with a standardised diesel fleet capable of handling duties across its network. Although designs including the V60, V90 and V164 appeared, none filled the 1,000 horsepower (746 kW) role, prompting the development of the V100. After two prototypes, the first production locomotive was built in 1966. Its cab sits centrally in a double-ended design, allowing it to operate in either direction; more than 860 were built for medium-weight freight traffic throughout East Germany.

Some V100s were rebuilt for specialised duties. One variant received a 1,475 horsepower (1100 kW) engine and was classified as the DR Class 114. After German reunification and the merger of Deutsche Reichsbahn and Deutsche Bundesbahn, these locomotives became the DB BR 204 and saw wider use, particularly for shunting.

Locomotive features

The locomotive has a 3-stage fluid torque converter transmission gearbox with an additional 2-gear mechanical gearbox. It includes PZ80r PZB90 V2.0 with AZ720 and Time-Time SIFA safety systems, as well as switchable brake modes.

Main-Spessart Bahn content

The add-on provides an additional layer for Timetable Mode on Main-Spessart Bahn, along with three scenarios and an interactive training module.