Comparison of N Class 33 models
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| Manufacturer | Graham Farish | Graham Farish | Dapol |
| Year model introduced | 1987 | 2004 | 2016 |
| DCC Capability | DCC compatible but no socket | DCC compatible but no socket | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
| Bodyshell | |||
| Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) | |||
| Class 33/0 - as built |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Class 33/1 - push-pull fitted | No | No |
Yes |
| Detailing | |||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | |||
| Fan Grill (etched) | No | No |
Yes |
| Handrails | No | No |
Yes |
| Jumper cables | No | No |
Yes |
| Side grilles (etched) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | |||
| Battery box |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Fuel tank |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | |||
| Detailed & painted | No | No |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Window wipers | No | No |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | |||
| Chemically-blackened | No | No |
Yes |
| Metal-pin point bearings | No | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | |||
| Cosmetic coupling - hook only | No | No |
Yes |
| Lifeguard | No | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | |||
| Pipework (for front) | No | No |
Yes |
| Pipework (for rear) | No | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | |||
| Body Construction |
Plastic |
Plastic |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Chassis construction |
Lightweight |
Lightweight |
Diecast |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
4 wheels |
8 wheels |
8 wheels |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | |||
| NEM pockets | No | No |
Yes |
| Non-NEM socket |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
| Coupling type |
N-gauge standard Arnold-Rapido |
N-gauge standard Arnold-Rapido |
N-gauge Arnold-Rapido with NEM socket |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | |||
| Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Secured with one or more screws |
Secured with one or more screws |
| Electrical | |||
| Motor type |
3-pole |
5-pole with two flywheels |
5-pole supercreep with 2 flywheels |
| Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Centre of chassis |
Centre of chassis |
| Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | |||
| Directional headlights & tail lights | No | No |
Yes |
| Headlights (independent) | No | No |
Yes |
| Tail lights (independent) | No | No |
Yes |
| Pickups |
All wheels |
All wheels |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
No provision for speaker |
No provision for speaker |
| Items in Stock | View | View | View |