Comparison of N Class 40 models

Graham Farish N Class 40 Graham Farish N Class 40
Manufacturer Graham Farish Graham Farish
Year model introduced 1986 2017
DCC Capability DCC compatible but no socket DCC Ready. 18-pin socket
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes)
Class 40 - Centre Headcode Yes
Yes
Class 40 - Headcode Discs Yes
Yes
Class 40 - Split Headcode No Yes
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Handrails Yes
Yes
Jumper cables No Yes
Nameplates - etched - require fitting No Yes
Chassis/underframe detail
Battery box Yes
Yes
Footsteps No Yes
Fuel tank Yes
Yes
Sanding gear No Yes
Cab, footplate & interior detail
Detailed & painted No Yes
Glazing Yes
Yes
Seating No Yes
Window wipers No Yes
Wheel "aesthetics"
Chemically-blackened No Yes
Painted Yes
Yes
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)
Pipework - pre-fitted to front No Yes
Pipework - pre-fitted to rear No Yes
Mechanical
Body Construction Plastic
Plastic with metal parts
Chassis construction Split-chassis
Diecast
Loco-driven wheels (number of) 8 wheels
12 wheels
Minimum radius Radius 2
Radius 2
Coupling socket/mounting
Fixed Yes
No
NEM pockets No Yes
Coupling type N-gauge standard Arnold-Rapido
N-gauge Arnold-Rapido with NEM socket
Weighting (to assist adhesion)
Within chassis Yes
Yes
Separating the body from the chassis Body clips off from chassis
Body clips off from chassis
Electrical
Motor type Can motor
5-pole with two flywheels
Motor location 1 bogie mounted
Centre of chassis
Power collection 2 rail DC
2 rail DC
Working lights
Cab light No Yes
Directional headlights & tail lights No Yes
Pickups Driving wheels only
6 out of 8 axles
DCC speaker No provision for speaker
Pre-fitted
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