Comparison of OO 0-6-0DE Ruston 165 'PWM' models
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| Manufacturer | Trix | Heljan |
| Year model introduced | 1958 | 2023 |
| DCC Capability | DCC incompatible | DCC Ready. 18-pin socket |
| Detailing | ||
| Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
| Company branding | No |
Yes |
| Coupling cover panel | No |
Yes |
| Etched Radiator Grille | No |
Yes |
| Exhausts | No |
Yes |
| Handrails | No |
Yes |
| Headlamp |
Yes |
Yes |
| Horn(s) | No |
Yes |
| Lamp irons | No |
Yes |
| Chassis/underframe detail | ||
| Air tank |
Yes |
Yes |
| Correct-thickness "stamped" rods | No |
Yes |
| Footsteps |
Yes |
Yes |
| Handbrake wheel/ lever | No |
Yes |
| Lubricator mechanism | No |
Yes |
| Pipework | No |
Yes |
| Sanding gear | No |
Yes |
| Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
| Detailed & painted | No |
Yes |
| Glazing | No |
Yes |
| Window wipers | No |
Yes |
| Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
| Nickel-plated |
Yes |
No |
| Painted |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
| Front valance | No |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to front | No |
Yes |
| Pipework - pre-fitted to rear | No |
Yes |
| Sprung buffers | No |
Yes |
| Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) | ||
| Cosmetic coupling | No |
Yes |
| Mechanical | ||
| Body Construction |
Diecast |
Plastic with metal parts |
| Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Diecast |
| Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
2 wheels |
6 wheels |
| Minimum radius |
Radius 1 |
Radius 1 |
| Coupling socket/mounting | ||
| Fixed |
Yes |
No |
| NEM pockets | No |
Yes |
| Coupling type |
Hornby Dublo/ Peco "Simplex" coupling |
Tension lock |
| Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
| Within cab |
Yes |
No |
| Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
| Separating the body from the chassis |
Secured with one or more screws |
Secured with one or more screws |
| Electrical | ||
| Motor type |
Motorised (Unknown Type) |
3-pole |
| Motor location |
Within cab |
Centre of chassis |
| Power collection |
2 or 3 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
| Working lights | ||
| Cab light (operated by magnetic wand) | No |
Yes |
| Pickups |
Driving wheels only |
All wheels |
| DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown) |
| Items in Stock | View | View |
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