Comparison of HO DB Class 406 'ICE 3' models
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| Manufacturer | Trix | Marklin |
| Year model introduced | 2004 | 2008 |
| DCC Capability | DCC fitted, with sound | DCC fitted, with sound |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Gangway corridor connectors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pantograph - High speed single arm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pantograph platform |
Yes |
Yes |
| Roof-mounted electrical components |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed & painted |
Yes |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
| Seating |
Yes |
Yes |
| Tables |
Yes |
Yes |
| Window wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Traction tyres |
Yes |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Working cosmetic features | ||
| Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) |
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 | ||
| Conductive couplings |
Yes |
No |
| 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 two flywheels |
5-pole (standard) |
| Motor location |
End of chassis |
End of chassis |
| Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 or 3 rail AC |
| Working lights | ||
| Directional headlights & tail lights |
Yes |
Yes |
| Interior lighting | No |
Yes |
| Pickups |
All wheels |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker |
Pre-fitted |
Pre-fitted |
| Items in Stock | View | View |