Bachmann Branchline OO Class 08 (2000)
Model overview
08454 at Alstom Widnes in September 2019. ©Hattons Model Railways
Class 08
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Bachmann Branchline - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2000
DCC Capability: DCC compatible but no socket
Manufacturer: Bachmann Branchline - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2000
DCC Capability: DCC compatible but no socket
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) |
Class 08/09 - bodyside ladders Class 08/09 - metal cab doors Class 08/09 - no bodyside ladders Class 08/09 - original bodyside doors Class 08/09 - revised bodyside doors Class 08/09 - wooden cab doors |
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Body ladders Handrails Horn(s) Lamp irons Panel cover handles Pipe work Radio antenna Whistle - turned brass |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) |
Cosmetic Screwlink couplings Pipework (for front) Pipework (for rear) |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Sprung buffers |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed Glazing Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Air tank Correct-thickness "stamped" rods Footsteps Sanding gear |
Detail pack also contains... |
Spare footsteps Spare handrails |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
NEM pockets |
Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
2 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 1 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC compatible but no socket |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole with flywheel |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
