Heljan O Class 153 'Super Sprinter' (2024)

Model overview

153310 at Lincoln in June 2011. ©Rept0n1x
Class 153 'Super Sprinter'

Scale: O Gauge (1:43 Scale)
Manufacturer: Heljan - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2024
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket

Detailing

Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details

Destination blinds/ box
Door interlock lights
Door steps
Exhausts
Gangway corridor connectors
Handrails
Lamp irons
Vents

Bodyshell - separately-fitted details - in detailing pack (where applicable)

NRN (National Radio Network) Pod

Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack)

Cosmetic BSI coupling
Snow plough

Cab, footplate & interior detail

Detailed & painted
Detailed guards compartment
Driver sun visor
Glazing
Luggage Racks
Passenger handrails
Seating
Tables
Toilet facilities
Window wipers

Chassis/underframe detail

Air tank
Battery box
Compressor
Driveshafts (cosmetic)
Engine
Engine pipework
Etched fan grille
Exhaust silencer
Footsteps
Fuel tank
Gearbox
Sanding gear
Underframe mounted horns

Wheel "aesthetics"

Chemically-blackened
Metal-pin point bearings
Painted

Mechanical

Body Construction

Plastic with metal parts

Chassis construction

Diecast

Coupling socket/mounting

Non-NEM socket

Coupling type

Magnetic coupling bars - detachable

Loco-driven wheels (number of)

4 wheels

Minimum radius

Radius 2

Separating the body from the chassis

Secured with one or more screws

Weighting (to assist adhesion)

Within chassis

Electrical

DCC Capability:

DCC Ready. 21-pin socket

DCC speaker

Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown)

Motor location

1 bogie mounted

Motor type

5-pole with flywheel

Pickups

All wheels

Power collection

2 rail DC

Working lights

Cab light
Day/ Night modes
Directional headlights & tail lights
Door locking lights
Headlights (independent)
Illuminated destination display
Illuminated door buttons
Interior lighting
Tail lights (independent)