Comparison of O Class 08 models
Manufacturer | Bachmann Brassworks | Dapol |
Year model introduced | 2002 | 2016 |
DCC Capability | DCC suitability unknown | DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
Bodyshell | ||
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) | ||
Class 08/09 - bodyside ladders |
Yes |
Yes |
Class 08/09 - metal cab doors |
Yes |
Yes |
Class 08/09 - no bodyside ladders |
Yes |
Yes |
Class 08/09 - original bodyside doors |
Yes |
Yes |
Class 08/09 - revised bodyside doors |
Yes |
Yes |
Class 08/09 - wooden cab doors |
Yes |
Yes |
Detailing | ||
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
Body ladders |
Yes |
Yes |
Etched Radiator Grille | No |
Yes |
Exhausts | No |
Yes |
Handrails |
Yes |
Yes |
Lamp irons |
Yes |
Yes |
Panel cover handles |
Yes |
Yes |
Pipe work | No |
Yes |
Representation of internal equipment (behind grilles) | No |
Yes |
Side grilles (etched) | No |
Yes |
Whistle - turned brass |
Yes |
Yes |
Chassis/underframe detail | ||
Brake rigging chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
Correct-thickness "stamped" rods |
Yes |
Yes |
Footsteps |
Yes |
Yes |
Sanding gear |
Yes |
Yes |
Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
Detailed & painted | No |
Yes |
Footplate doors | No |
Yes |
Glazing | No |
Yes |
Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
Chemically-blackened | No |
Yes |
Painted |
Yes |
Yes |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
Cosmetic coupling - hook only |
Yes |
No |
Pipework - pre-fitted to front |
Yes |
Yes |
Pipework - pre-fitted to rear |
Yes |
Yes |
Sprung buffers |
Yes |
Yes |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
Cosmetic Screwlink couplings |
Yes |
No |
Mechanical | ||
Body Construction |
Brass |
Plastic with metal parts |
Working cosmetic features | ||
Opening cab doors | No |
Yes |
Roof vent | No |
Yes |
Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Heavy diecast |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
6 wheels |
6 wheels |
Minimum radius |
4ft |
3ft |
Coupling socket/mounting | ||
Screw Link Couplings |
Yes |
Yes |
Coupling type |
3-link coupling |
3-link coupling |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Secured with one or more screws |
Electrical | ||
Motor type |
5-pole (standard) |
5-pole with flywheel |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Centre of chassis |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
Working lights | ||
Cab light | No |
Yes |
Directional headlights & tail lights | No |
Yes |
Headlights (independent) | No |
Yes |
Tail lights (independent) | No |
Yes |
Pickups |
All wheels |
All wheels |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Provision for a 22x58mm rectangular speaker |
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