Comparison of OO Class 03 models
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| Manufacturer | Mainline | Bachmann Branchline | Bachmann Branchline |
| Year model introduced | 1982 | 2010 | 2017 |
| DCC Capability | DCC incompatible. Split Chassis | DCC Ready. 6-pin socket | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
| Bodyshell | |||
| Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) | |||
| Class 03 - conical exhaust | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Class 03 - 'Flowerpot' exhaust |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Detailing | |||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | |||
| Brake pump | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Etched Radiator Grille | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Exhausts | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Handrails |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Horn(s) |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lamp irons |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panel cover handles | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pipe work | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Vents | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | |||
| Air tank |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Correct-thickness "stamped" rods |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Etched footstep guards | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Footsteps |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pipework | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Sand boxes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Sanding gear |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Vacuum tank | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | |||
| Cab variations - short & tall | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crew figure(s) | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Detailed |
Yes |
No | No |
| Detailed & painted | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Seating | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Window wipers | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | |||
| Chemically-blackened | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Painted |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | |||
| Cosmetic coupling - hook only |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lifeguard | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to front |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to rear |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Sprung buffers | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | |||
| Pipework (for front) | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pipework (for rear) | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Detail pack also contains... | |||
| Coupling Cover Panel | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Mechanical | |||
| Body Construction |
Plastic |
Plastic with metal parts |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Chassis construction |
Split-chassis |
Diecast |
Diecast |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
2 wheels |
6 wheels |
6 wheels |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 1 |
Radius 1 |
Radius 1 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | |||
| NEM pockets | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Non-NEM socket |
Yes |
No | No |
| Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Tension lock |
Tension lock |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | |||
| Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Secured with one or more screws |
Secured with one or more screws |
| Electrical | |||
| Motor type |
Ringfield |
3-pole with flywheel |
3-pole with flywheel |
| Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Centre of chassis |
Centre of chassis |
| Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | |||
| Cab light | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Directional headlights (no tail lights) | No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Pickups |
All wheels |
All wheels |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Provision for 15x11mm rectangular speaker |
Provision for 15x11mm rectangular speaker |
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