Comparison of O Class 08 models

Bachmann Brassworks O Class 08 Dapol O Class 08
Manufacturer Bachmann Brassworks Dapol
Year model introduced 2002 2016
DCC Capability DCC suitability unknown DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes)
Class 08/09 - bodyside ladders Yes
Yes
Class 08/09 - metal cab doors Yes
Yes
Class 08/09 - no bodyside ladders Yes
Yes
Class 08/09 - original bodyside doors Yes
Yes
Class 08/09 - revised bodyside doors Yes
Yes
Class 08/09 - wooden cab doors Yes
Yes
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Body ladders Yes
Yes
Etched Radiator Grille No Yes
Exhausts No Yes
Handrails Yes
Yes
Lamp irons Yes
Yes
Panel cover handles Yes
Yes
Pipe work No Yes
Representation of internal equipment (behind grilles) No Yes
Side grilles (etched) No Yes
Whistle - turned brass Yes
Yes
Chassis/underframe detail
Brake rigging chassis Yes
Yes
Correct-thickness "stamped" rods Yes
Yes
Footsteps Yes
Yes
Sanding gear Yes
Yes
Cab, footplate & interior detail
Detailed & painted No Yes
Footplate doors No Yes
Glazing No Yes
Wheel "aesthetics"
Chemically-blackened No Yes
Painted Yes
Yes
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Yes
No
Pipework - pre-fitted to front Yes
Yes
Pipework - pre-fitted to rear Yes
Yes
Sprung buffers Yes
Yes
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack)
Cosmetic Screwlink couplings Yes
No
Mechanical
Body Construction Brass
Plastic with metal parts
Working cosmetic features
Opening cab doors No Yes
Roof vent No Yes
Chassis construction Diecast
Heavy diecast
Loco-driven wheels (number of) 6 wheels
6 wheels
Minimum radius 4ft
3ft
Coupling socket/mounting
Screw Link Couplings Yes
Yes
Coupling type 3-link coupling
3-link coupling
Weighting (to assist adhesion)
Within chassis Yes
Yes
Separating the body from the chassis Secured with one or more screws
Secured with one or more screws
Electrical
Motor type 5-pole (standard)
5-pole with flywheel
Motor location Centre of chassis
Centre of chassis
Power collection 2 rail DC
2 rail DC
Working lights
Cab light No Yes
Directional headlights & tail lights No Yes
Headlights (independent) No Yes
Tail lights (independent) No Yes
Pickups All wheels
All wheels
DCC speaker No provision for speaker
Provision for a 22x58mm rectangular speaker
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