Comparison of OO 24 ton steel hopper models
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| Manufacturer | Mainline | Bachmann Branchline | Dapol |
| Year model introduced | 1978 | 2002 | 2005 |
| DCC Capability | Unpowered | Unpowered | Unpowered |
| Detailing | |||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | |||
| Body ladders | No |
Yes |
No |
| Chassis/underframe detail | |||
| Brake rigging chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | |||
| Nickel-plated | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | |||
| Cosmetic coupling - hook only | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Mechanical | |||
| Chassis construction |
Lightweight |
Lightweight |
Lightweight |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 1 |
Radius 1 |
Radius 1 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | |||
| Fixed |
Yes |
No | No |
| NEM pockets | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Tension lock |
No |
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