Technofix – Rangierlok
Toy representing a locomotive, the Rangierlok ¹ , made by Technofix . This example comes from the "Shunting Loader" set (325). It is made in Germany (Western Germany), possibly in 1969. Metal body (pressed tinplate) lithographed in blue, with representation of various details. Metal (tinplate) base. Pressed metal wheels. Rear wheel with slightly serrated contours to increase traction. Wind-up mechanism with "clutch" ² and automatic direction change. Fleet number "V 10202". The overall length is approximately 3.2 in, or 3.6 in including the coupler. About 3 oz. This toy represents a switcher locomotive (or locotractor) in cartoon style, used on industrial branches and yards, maybe based on a 1966 LKM Babelsberg B 22 B . Ever since I was a child, I had the privilege of playing with Märklin electric trains. I was particularly impressed by their realistic details and mechanisms, as well as by the prodigious automation provided by electromagnets (relays), p...