Novelty 2026: Power meets versatility – The M44 diesel locomotive. The legendary M44 shunting diesel locomotives stand for robust performance, high reliability, and versatile use in shunting and light freight operations. Since the late 1950s, these diesel locomotives have not only shaped operations in Hungary, but – in exported variants – also found their way to the ?SD, Poland, and the countries of the former Soviet Union. Equipped with the powerful Ganz-Jendrassik XVI 170/240 V16 diesel engine and a top speed of 80 km/h, the M44 combines economy, durability, and flexibility. Its distinctive design, with the cab at the end of the locomotive and practical gangways for shunting personnel, makes it an unmistakable classic of European railway history. In addition to the Hungarian State Railways (MÁV) machines, numerous examples were delivered to industrial and works railways, where the M44 quickly became a familiar and valued workhorse thanks to its strong tractive effort and robust construction. In international use, the locomotives were flexibly employed for shunting-intensive tasks as well as light transfer and branch line services whenever a durable, straightforward vehicle was needed. The simple basic design facilitated maintenance and repair for both state railways and industrial operators, contributing significantly to the long service life of the M44.

Illuminated control panel | In digital operation with switchable cab lighting | Attached sandboxes, sand pipes, and brake shoes | MAV-style exhaust | Brake hoses and coupling hooks included

Features

EAN	4015615523802
Type of current	DC
Railway administration	MAV
Era	III
Kind of measurement	LOB / length over buffers
Measurement	130
Minimum radius	358
Digital interface	NEM 658 PluX22
Interior Lighting / Lights	Digitally switchable cab lighting (with PluX22 Decoder)
Number of Traction Tyres	2
Coupling	NEM pocket + close coupler mechanism
Sound	PIKO Sound Decoder nachrüstbar #56646
Directional lights	Directional light change white / red
Age recommendation	from 14 years

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