Comparison of OO Class 44 'Peak' models

Bachmann Branchline OO Class 44 'Peak' Heljan OO Class 44 'Peak'
Manufacturer Bachmann Branchline Heljan
Year model introduced 2009 2024
DCC Capability DCC Ready. 21-pin socket DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Bodyside Steps No Yes
Boiler plates No Yes
Boiler steps (Open or plated) No Yes
Exhausts No Yes
Fan Grill (etched) No Yes
Fan(s) No Yes
Handrails Yes
Yes
Headcode discs No Yes
Lamp irons No Yes
Nameplates - etched - pre-fitted No Yes
Nameplates - etched - require fitting Yes
No
Roof grilles (etched) No Yes
Side grilles (etched) No Yes
Vents No Yes
Chassis/underframe detail
Battery box Yes
Yes
Engine pipework Yes
No
Footsteps No Yes
Fuel tank Yes
Yes
Pipework No Yes
Sand boxes No Yes
Sanding gear No Yes
Cab, footplate & interior detail
Detailed & painted No Yes
Glazing Yes
Yes
Seating No Yes
Window wipers Yes
Yes
Wheel "aesthetics"
Chemically-blackened Yes
Yes
Metal-pin point bearings No Yes
Painted No Yes
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)
Cosmetic screw link coupling No Yes
Lifeguard No Yes
Multiple working sockets/ pipes No Yes
Pipework - pre-fitted to front No Yes
Pipework - pre-fitted to rear No Yes
Sprung buffers Yes
Yes
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack)
Pipework (for front) Yes
No
Mechanical
Body Construction No Plastic with metal parts
Chassis construction Plastic & metal
Heavy diecast
Loco-driven wheels (number of) 8 wheels
16 wheels
Minimum radius Radius 2
Radius 2
Coupling socket/mounting
NEM pockets Yes
Yes
Coupling type Tension lock
Tension lock
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 Can motor with 2 Flywheels
5-pole with two flywheels
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 Yes
Yes
Headlights (independent) No Yes
Tail lights (independent) No Yes
Pickups No All wheels
DCC speaker Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown)
Pre-fitted
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