Comparison of OO Class 390 'Pendolino' models

Dapol OO Class 390 'Pendolino' Hornby OO Class 390 'Pendolino'
Manufacturer Dapol Hornby
Year model introduced 2001 2007
DCC Capability DCC compatible but no socket DCC Ready. 8-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Nameplates - plastic - pre-fitted No Yes
Pantograph - Brecknell Willis high-speed Yes
Yes
Roof-mounted electrical components No Yes
Cab, footplate & interior detail
Detailed No Yes
Glazing Yes
Yes
Window wipers Yes
Yes
Wheel "aesthetics"
Chemically-blackened Yes
Yes
Traction tyres No Yes
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)
Front valance Yes
Yes
Mechanical
Body Construction Plastic
Plastic
Working cosmetic features
Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) Yes
Yes
Tilting Mechanism Yes
Yes
Chassis construction Plastic & metal
Plastic & metal
Loco-driven wheels (number of) 4 wheels
4 wheels
Minimum radius Radius 2
Radius 2
Coupling socket/mounting
Drawbar coupling No Yes
Coupling type Proprietary coupling between coaches. No end couplings.
Proprietary coupling between coaches. No end couplings.
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 5-pole with flywheel
5-pole (standard)
Motor location 1 bogie mounted
1 bogie mounted
Power collection 2 rail DC
2 rail DC
Working lights
Directional headlights & tail lights Yes
Yes
Pickups Power Car only
Power Car only
DCC speaker No provision for speaker
No provision for speaker
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