Comparison of O GWR 'Toad' brake van models
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| Manufacturer | Lima | Dapol |
| Year model introduced | 1975 | 2023 |
| DCC Capability | Unpowered | Unpowered |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Bodyside beams | No |
Yes |
| Bodyside doors | No |
Yes |
| Chimney | No |
Yes |
| Door handles | No |
Yes |
| Door steps | No |
Yes |
| Guards van doors | No |
Yes |
| Handbrake wheel/ lever | No |
Yes |
| Handrails | No |
Yes |
| Lamp irons | No |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | ||
| Brake rigging chassis | No |
Yes |
| Footsteps | No |
Yes |
| Pipework | No |
Yes |
| Running boards | No |
Yes |
| Sanding gear | No |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed & painted | No |
Yes |
| Glazing | No |
Yes |
| Passenger handrails | No |
Yes |
| Seating | No |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Painted | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Pipework - pre-fitted to front | No |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to rear | No |
Yes |
| Sprung buffers | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction | No |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Working cosmetic features | ||
| Opening internal door | No |
Yes |
| Opening side doors | No |
Yes |
| Chassis construction | No |
Diecast |
| Minimum radius | No |
3ft |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| Screw Link Couplings | No |
Yes |
| Coupling type | No |
3-link coupling |
| Items in Stock | View | View |