Comparison of OO Class 58 models

Hornby OO Class 58 Heljan OO Class 58
Manufacturer Hornby Heljan
Year model introduced 1982 2008
DCC Capability DCC compatible but no socket DCC Ready. 8-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Fan Grill (etched) No Yes
Handrails Yes
Yes
Jumper cables Yes
Yes
Side grilles (etched) No Yes
Chassis/underframe detail
Air tank Yes
Yes
Battery box Yes
Yes
Footsteps Yes
Yes
Fuel tank Yes
Yes
Pipework No Yes
Sanding gear No Yes
Cab, footplate & interior detail
Detailed No Yes
Glazing Yes
Yes
Seating No Yes
Window wipers Yes
Yes
Wheel "aesthetics"
Chemically-blackened No Yes
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)
Cosmetic screw link coupling No Yes
Lifeguard Yes
Yes
Sprung buffers No Yes
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack)
NEM Couplings No Yes
Pipework (for front) No Yes
Pipework (for rear) No Yes
Mechanical
Body Construction Plastic
Plastic with metal parts
Chassis construction Lightweight
Diecast
Loco-driven wheels (number of) 4 wheels
8 wheels
Minimum radius Radius 2
Radius 2
Coupling socket/mounting
Fixed Yes
No
NEM pockets No Yes
Coupling type Tension lock
Tension lock
Weighting (to assist adhesion)
Within chassis Yes
Yes
Separating the body from the chassis Body clips off from chassis
Secured with one or more screws
Electrical
Motor type Type 7
5-pole (standard)
Motor location 1 bogie mounted
Centre of chassis
Power collection 2 rail DC
2 rail DC
Working lights
Directional headlights & tail lights No Yes
Pickups 4 out of 6 axles
4 out of 6 axles
DCC speaker No provision for speaker
Provision for 28mm round speaker
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