Comparison of OO Class 144 'Pacer' models
Manufacturer | Realtrack | EFE Rail |
Year model introduced | 2013 | 2023 |
DCC Capability | DCC Ready. 8-pin socket | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
Detailing | ||
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
Exhausts |
Yes |
No |
Handrails |
Yes |
No |
Lamp irons |
Yes |
No |
Vestibules |
Yes |
No |
Chassis/underframe detail | ||
Battery box |
Yes |
No |
Driveshafts (cosmetic) |
Yes |
No |
Engine pipework |
Yes |
No |
Footsteps |
Yes |
No |
Fuel tank |
Yes |
No |
Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
Glazing |
Yes |
No |
Window wipers |
Yes |
No |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
Cosmetic BSI coupling |
Yes |
No |
Mechanical | ||
Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
No |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
No |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
No |
Coupling socket/mounting | ||
Drawbar coupling |
Yes |
No |
NEM pockets |
Yes |
No |
Coupling type |
Tension lock |
No |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Use plastic card (credit card format ideal) to slide between lower body and chassis, then undo lugs |
No |
Electrical | ||
Motor type |
Can motor with 2 Flywheels |
No |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
No |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
No |
Working lights | ||
Cab light |
Yes |
No |
Directional headlights & tail lights |
Yes |
No |
Interior lighting |
Yes |
No |
Pickups |
All wheels |
No |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
No |
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