Comparison of OO Class 117 models
Manufacturer | Lima | Bachmann Branchline |
Year model introduced | 1980 | 2020 |
DCC Capability | DCC compatible but no socket. Pancake motor | DCC Ready. PLuX22 socket |
Bodyshell | ||
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) | ||
Class 117 DMU - headcode box |
Yes |
Yes |
Class 117 DMU - marker lights fitted |
Yes |
Yes |
Class 117 DMU - no marker lights | No |
Yes |
Class 117 DMU - plated over headcode box |
Yes |
Yes |
Class 117 DMU - with gangway connectors |
Yes |
Yes |
Class 117 DMU - without gangway connectors | No |
Yes |
DMU - 3 car set |
Yes |
Yes |
Detailing | ||
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
Coach-end railings |
Yes |
Yes |
Door handles | No |
Yes |
Etched exhaust surround | No |
Yes |
Exhausts |
Yes |
Yes |
Gangway corridor connectors |
Yes |
Yes |
Handrails | No |
Yes |
High intensity headlight | No |
Yes |
Lamp irons | No |
Yes |
Roof Furniture (Gas, Oil or Electric Lighting) |
Yes |
Yes |
Roof railing |
Yes |
Yes |
Chassis/underframe detail | ||
Air tank |
Yes |
Yes |
Battery box |
Yes |
Yes |
Compressor | No |
Yes |
Driveshafts (cosmetic) | No |
Yes |
Engine |
Yes |
Yes |
Engine pipework |
Yes |
Yes |
Footsteps | No |
Yes |
Fuel tank |
Yes |
Yes |
Sanding gear | No |
Yes |
Speedometer cable | No |
Yes |
Underframe mounted horns | No |
Yes |
Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
Detailed & painted |
Yes |
Yes |
Detailed guards compartment | No |
Yes |
Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
Seating |
Yes |
Yes |
Window wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
Chemically-blackened | No |
Yes |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
Cosmetic coupling - hook only | No |
Yes |
Lifeguard | No |
Yes |
Sprung buffers | No |
Yes |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
Cosmetic coupling | No |
Yes |
Jumper cables | No |
Yes |
Pipework (for front) | No |
Yes |
Pipework (for rear) | No |
Yes |
Mechanical | ||
Body Construction |
Plastic |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Lightweight |
Plastic & metal |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
4 wheels |
8 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 |
Body clips off from chassis |
Electrical | ||
Motor type |
Pancake |
3-pole with flywheel |
Motor location |
1 bogie mounted |
Low profile mechanism below floor |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
Working lights | ||
Cab light | No |
Yes |
Directional headlights & tail lights | No |
Yes |
Illuminated destination display | No |
Yes |
Interior lighting | No |
Yes |
Pickups |
Power Car only |
All wheels |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Pre-fitted |
Items in Stock | View | View |