Comparison of OO 2-6-4T Class 4P Fowler LMS models

Hornby OO 2-6-4T Class 4P Fowler LMS Hornby OO 2-6-4T Class 4P Fowler LMS
Manufacturer Hornby Hornby
Year model introduced 1980 2003
DCC Capability DCC compatible but no socket DCC Ready. 8-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Chimney No Yes
Coal load(s) No Yes
Dome No Yes
Handrails No Yes
Injector No Yes
Injector pipework No Yes
Lamp irons No Yes
Release valve No Yes
Safety valves - turned brass No Yes
Whistle No Yes
Chassis/underframe detail
Brake rigging chassis No Yes
Correct-thickness "stamped" rods No Yes
Fluted connecting rods with oily finish No Yes
Footsteps No Yes
Inside valve gear No Yes
Pipework No Yes
Sanding gear No Yes
Sprung front & rear pony trucks No Yes
Cab, footplate & interior detail
Detailed & painted No Yes
Glazing No Yes
Wheel "aesthetics"
Chemically-blackened 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 Plastic with metal parts
Chassis construction No Diecast
Loco-driven wheels (number of) No 2 wheels
Minimum radius No Radius 2
Coupling socket/mounting
Non-NEM socket No Yes
Coupling type No Tension lock
Weighting (to assist adhesion)
Within chassis No Yes
Separating the body from the chassis No Secured with one or more screws
Electrical
Motor type No 5-pole (standard)
Motor location No Centre of chassis
Power collection No 2 rail DC
Pickups No Driving wheels only
DCC speaker No No provision for speaker
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