Dapol O Class 08 (2016)
Model overview
08454 at Alstom Widnes in September 2019. ©Hattons Model Railways
Class 08
Scale: O Gauge (1:43 Scale)
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2016
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Manufacturer: Dapol - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2016
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin 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 Etched Radiator Grille Exhausts Handrails Lamp irons Panel cover handles Pipe work Representation of internal equipment (behind grilles) Side grilles (etched) Whistle - turned brass |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Pipework - pre-fitted to front Pipework - pre-fitted to rear Sprung buffers |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed & painted Footplate doors Glazing |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Brake rigging chassis Correct-thickness "stamped" rods Footsteps Sanding gear |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened Painted |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Heavy diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
Screw Link Couplings |
Coupling type |
3-link coupling |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
6 wheels |
Minimum radius |
3ft |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Working cosmetic features |
Opening cab doors Roof vent |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
Provision for a 22x58mm rectangular speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole with flywheel |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Cab light Directional headlights & tail lights Headlights (independent) Tail lights (independent) |
