Comparison of OO Class 71 models
Manufacturer | Hornby | DJ Models |
Year model introduced | 2016 | 2017 |
DCC Capability | DCC Ready. 8-pin socket | DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
Detailing | ||
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
Cab front footsteps |
Yes |
Yes |
Company branding | No |
Yes |
Handrails |
Yes |
Yes |
Nameplates - etched - require fitting | No |
Yes |
Pantograph - Cross-arm |
Yes |
Yes |
Side grilles (etched) |
Yes |
Yes |
Chassis/underframe detail | ||
3rd rail pick-up shoe |
Yes |
No |
Battery box |
Yes |
No |
Electrical equipment |
Yes |
Yes |
Footsteps |
Yes |
Yes |
Pipework |
Yes |
Yes |
Sanding gear |
Yes |
Yes |
Speedometer cable |
Yes |
Yes |
Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
Detailed & painted |
Yes |
Yes |
Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
Seating |
Yes |
Yes |
Window wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
Chemically-blackened |
Yes |
Yes |
Painted |
Yes |
Yes |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
Multiple working sockets/ pipes |
Yes |
No |
Sprung buffers |
Yes |
Yes |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
Pipework (for front) |
Yes |
Yes |
Pipework (for rear) |
Yes |
Yes |
Detail pack also contains... | ||
Alternative headcodes |
Yes |
No |
Third Rail Pick-up Shoes | No |
Yes |
Mechanical | ||
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Plastic with metal parts |
Working cosmetic features | ||
Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) |
Yes |
Yes |
Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Diecast |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
8 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
Coupling socket/mounting | ||
NEM pockets |
Yes |
Yes |
Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Tension lock |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Secured with one or more screws |
Electrical | ||
Motor type |
5-pole with flywheel |
Coreless |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Centre of chassis |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
Working lights | ||
Cab light |
Yes |
Yes |
Directional headlights & tail lights |
Yes |
Yes |
Illuminated headcodes | No |
Yes |
Pickups |
All wheels |
All wheels |
DCC speaker |
Provision for 15x11mm rectangular speaker |
Provision for a 22x58mm rectangular speaker |
Items in Stock | View | View |