Kibri 16100 VS 26100 Robel Maintainance Vehicle : Kit Vs RTR?

[Prof Klyzlr]

Dear RMWebbers,

 

A quick question for the RMWeb luminaries...

 

I've been smitten by the Kibri/Veissmann 16100/26100 Robel Track Maintainance Vehicle, and understand that the difference between the 1xxxx and 2xxxx versions is "kit" VS RTR,
but what does that really mean?

 

- How "completely knocked down" is the "kit" version?
- Does it include a motor and mechanism?
- If Yes, is the mech complete, or does it need assembly?
- Does the "kit" include a DCC decoder?

 

Given the price difference down here in Aust, I'm tempted to go for the kit version,
but want to have a bit of an idea of what I'm jumping-into before throwing $$$ anywhere...

 

Many Thanks in Advance for any and all wisdom...

 

Happy Modelling,
Aim to Improve,
Prof Klyzlr

[Dungrange]

The instructions show that the kit is definitely a kit

 

https://viessmann-modell.com/media/pdf/83/1e/07/16100uvxDorKHVOPhV.pdf

 

It doesn't look as though it has a motor and decoder, but then I'm not sure whether the ready to run version does either.  At the price, I suspect it's just like a wagon and you'll have to tow it as part of a train.

[TWG]

The ready to run version does have a motor with a digital decoder and sound module.  See https://viessmann-modell.com/en/product-range/gauge-h0/railmotion/2597/h0-robel-track-motor-car-54.22-db-netz-with-motorized-crane-functional-model-2-rail-version?c=240.

[ColinK]

It sounds very impressive from the write up.

[duff man]

I have the rtr version in OBB livery with sound etc. It's a stunning little model. If you can consider running to the asking price I'm sure you wont be disappointed, the moving jib is a work of art to witness. I have added a four wheel wagon in orange livery to compliment it.

Craig.