Comparison of OO GWR Collett "B Set" models
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| Manufacturer | Airfix GMR (Great Model Railways) | Rapido Trains UK |
| Year model introduced | 1977 | 2024 |
| DCC Capability | Unpowered | Unpowered |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Door handles | No |
Yes |
| Handrails | No |
Yes |
| Lamp irons | No |
Yes |
| Pipe work | No |
Yes |
| Roof Furniture (Gas, Oil or Electric Lighting) |
Yes |
Yes |
| Vents | No |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | ||
| Air tank | No |
Yes |
| Battery box |
Yes |
Yes |
| Brake rigging chassis | No |
Yes |
| Footsteps | No |
Yes |
| Framework |
Yes |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed & painted | No |
Yes |
| Detailed guards compartment | No |
Yes |
| Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
| Luggage Racks | No |
Yes |
| Parcel shelves | No |
Yes |
| Seating |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Chemically-blackened | No |
Yes |
| Metal-pin point bearings | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Cosmetic screw link coupling | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction |
Plastic |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Chassis construction |
Lightweight |
Plastic & metal |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| NEM pockets | No |
Yes |
| Non-NEM socket |
Yes |
No |
| 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 | ||
| Working lights | ||
| Interior lighting | No |
Yes |
| Items in Stock | View | View |
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