Bachmann Brassworks O Class 08 (2002)
Model overview
08454 at Alstom Widnes in September 2019. ©Hattons Model Railways
Class 08
Class 08
Scale: O Gauge (1:43 Scale)
Manufacturer: Bachmann Brassworks - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2002
DCC Capability: DCC suitability unknown
Manufacturer: Bachmann Brassworks - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2002
DCC Capability: DCC suitability unknown
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 Lamp irons Panel cover handles Whistle - turned brass |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) |
Cosmetic Screwlink couplings |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Pipework - pre-fitted to front Pipework - pre-fitted to rear Sprung buffers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Brake rigging chassis Correct-thickness "stamped" rods Footsteps Sanding gear |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Painted |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Brass |
Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
Screw Link Couplings |
Coupling type |
3-link coupling |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
6 wheels |
Minimum radius |
4ft |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC suitability unknown |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole (standard) |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |