Train Sim World 6: DB BR 155

The DB BR 155 Loco Add-On for Train Sim World 6 was developed by Dovetail Games and released on August 26, 2025. It was published under the Dovetail Games label and is not a standalone product. To use the BR 155 content, players must own both Train Sim World 6 and the Ruhr-Sieg Nord: Hagen – Finnentrop route. The locomotive is available within the same supported platforms as the main game, rather than as an independent port, continuing Dovetail’s approach of integrating legacy locomotives into its newest simulator framework.

The add-on features the DB BR 155 electric locomotive, a powerful and historically significant German freight hauler. Known in its earlier life as the DR BR 250, it is modeled with intricate systems including thyristor-based traction control, resistive braking, straight air braking, operational pantographs, and functional safety systems such as SIFA and PZB 90. It is presented in DB Traffic Red livery and includes three route-specific scenarios, a detailed tutorial, and new services for the Ruhr-Sieg Nord route. The locomotive can also be used on other compatible routes like Main-Spessart Bahn, expanding the freight operations available to players. Though largely faithful to its earlier versions, this release incorporates minor improvements and compatibility with TSW6’s upgraded features.

For promotion, Dovetail Games focused on the BR 155’s status as a legendary workhorse of the German rail network, emphasizing its authenticity, powerful hauling capacity, and distinctive sound design. Marketing materials highlighted its detailed cab and system accuracy, reinforcing the simulator’s appeal to those who value realistic railway operation. Because the BR 155 had previously been available for earlier versions of Train Sim World, the announcement also drew attention to its return under TSW6, giving new and returning players alike the chance to experience a classic locomotive within the latest graphical and performance framework.

Reception of the BR 155 DLC in previous releases was consistently positive, with players praising the sound design, cab detailing, and the overall handling experience. A few users noted small technical issues or aging textures compared to newer models, but the locomotive was still widely regarded as one of the best freight engines in the series. Early impressions of the TSW6 release suggest similar enthusiasm, with players welcoming its return as a reliable and atmospheric addition to the German route network. It stands as both a nostalgic reissue and a functional enhancement to Train Sim World 6’s freight roster, offering a mix of authenticity and legacy appeal that resonates with long-time fans.