Comparison of O Class 26 models
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| Manufacturer | Heljan | Heljan |
| Year model introduced | 2011 | 2022 |
| DCC Capability | DCC compatible but no socket | DCC Ready. ESU XL decoder socket |
| Bodyshell | ||
| Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) | ||
| Class 26 - Cab doors (Modified) | No |
Yes |
| Class 26 - Cab doors (Original) | No |
Yes |
| Class 26/1 - Headcode Discs | No |
Yes |
| Class 26/1 - 'Inverness Style' headlights | No |
Yes |
| Class 26/1 - No Discs | No |
Yes |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Door handles | No |
Yes |
| Exhausts | No |
Yes |
| Fan Grill (etched) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Fan(s) | No |
Yes |
| Handrails |
Yes |
Yes |
| Headcode discs | No |
Yes |
| Jumper cables |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lamp irons |
Yes |
Yes |
| NRN (National Radio Network) Pod | No |
Yes |
| Representation of internal equipment (behind grilles) | No |
Yes |
| Side grilles (etched) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Tablet catcher equipment | No |
Yes |
| Tablet catcher recess | No |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | ||
| Battery box |
Yes |
Yes |
| Boiler water tanks | No |
Yes |
| Footsteps |
Yes |
Yes |
| Fuel tank |
Yes |
Yes |
| Sanding gear | No |
Yes |
| Bodyshell - separately-fitted details - in detailing pack (where applicable) | ||
| Headcode discs | No |
Yes |
| Inverness-style Radio Pod | No |
Yes |
| NRN (National Radio Network) Pod | No |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed & painted |
Yes |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
| Seating | No |
Yes |
| Window wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Painted | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Lifeguard | No |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to front |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to rear |
Yes |
Yes |
| Sprung buffers |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
| Snow plough |
Yes |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction | No |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Working cosmetic features | ||
| Removable engine room window | No |
Yes |
| Rotating fan(s) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
Diecast |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
8 wheels |
| Minimum radius | No |
6ft |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| Screw Link Couplings |
Yes |
Yes |
| Coupling type | No |
3-link coupling |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
| Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis | No |
Secured with one or more screws |
| Electrical | ||
| Motor type |
2 x 5-pole motors |
2 x 5-pole with flywheel |
| Motor location | No |
1 mounted on each bogie |
| Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | ||
| Cab light | No |
Yes |
| Directional headlights & tail lights |
Yes |
Yes |
| Engine bay | No |
Yes |
| Headlights (independent) | No |
Yes |
| Tail lights (independent) | No |
Yes |
| Pickups |
All wheels |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker |
Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown) |
Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown) |
| Items in Stock | View | View |