Comparison of OO Class 201 (Irish Rail) models
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| Manufacturer | Lima | Murphy Models |
| Year model introduced | 2001 | 2011 |
| DCC Capability | DCC compatible but no socket. Pancake motor | DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Exhausts |
Yes |
Yes |
| Handrails | No |
Yes |
| Nameplates - etched - pre-fitted | No |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | ||
| Battery box |
Yes |
Yes |
| Footsteps | No |
Yes |
| Fuel tank |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed |
Yes |
No |
| Detailed & painted | No |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
| Seating | No |
Yes |
| Window wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Front valance | No |
Yes |
| Now an invalid entry. Coupling info has it's own field. Cosmetic coupling slot | No |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to front | No |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to rear | No |
Yes |
| Sprung buffers | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
| Cosmetic coupling | No |
Yes |
| Pipework (for front) | No |
Yes |
| Pipework (for rear) | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Chassis construction |
Lightweight |
Diecast |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
4 wheels |
4 wheels |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| Fixed |
Yes |
No |
| NEM pockets | No |
Yes |
| Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Tension lock |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
| Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis |
Body clips off from chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
| Electrical | ||
| Motor type |
Can motor |
5-pole with flywheel |
| Motor location |
1 bogie mounted |
Centre of chassis |
| Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | ||
| Directional headlights & tail lights | No |
Yes |
| Pickups |
Driving wheels only |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown) |
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