Comparison of O 0-6-0PT Class 57xx/ 67xx/ 8750 GWR models
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| Manufacturer | Minerva Models | Dapol |
| Year model introduced | 2017 | 2018 |
| DCC Capability | DCC compatible but no socket | DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Bodyside Steps | No |
Yes |
| Chimney | No |
Yes |
| Dome | No |
Yes |
| Handrails | No |
Yes |
| Lamp irons | No |
Yes |
| Numbers - etched - pre fitted | No |
Yes |
| Pipe work | No |
Yes |
| Release valve | No |
Yes |
| Safety valve | No |
Yes |
| Smokebox door dart | No |
Yes |
| Smokebox door numberplate | No |
Yes |
| Toolboxes | No |
Yes |
| Water tank caps | No |
Yes |
| Whistle | No |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | ||
| Brake rigging chassis | No |
Yes |
| Correct-thickness "stamped" rods | No |
Yes |
| Footsteps | No |
Yes |
| Sanding gear | No |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed & painted | No |
Yes |
| Footplate doors | No |
Yes |
| Glazing | No |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Chemically-blackened | No |
Yes |
| Metal-pin point bearings | No |
Yes |
| Painted | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Pipework - pre-fitted to front | No |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to rear | No |
Yes |
| Sprung buffers | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction | No |
Partial diecast with plastic parts |
| Working cosmetic features | ||
| Opening cab doors | No |
Yes |
| Removable roof (magnetic) | No |
Yes |
| Chassis construction | No |
Heavy diecast |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) | No |
6 wheels |
| Minimum radius | No |
Radius 2 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| Screw Link Couplings | No |
Yes |
| Coupling type | No |
3-link coupling |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
| Within body | No |
Yes |
| Within chassis | No |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis | No |
Secured with one or more screws |
| Electrical | ||
| Motor type | No |
5-pole with flywheel |
| Motor location | No |
Centre of chassis |
| Power collection | No |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | ||
| Firebox flicker | No |
Yes |
| Pickups | No |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker | No |
Provision for 15x11mm rectangular speaker |
| Items in Stock | View | View |
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