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KR Models OO 4-6-0 GT3 gas turbine prototype (2021)

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KR Models OO 4-6-0 GT3 gas turbine prototype (2021)

Model overview

English Electric GT3. Works photograph. ©Public Domain
4-6-0 GT3 gas turbine prototype

Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: KR Models - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2021
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket

Detailing

Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details

Etched Radiator Grille
Gangway corridor connectors
Handrails
Headcode discs
Representation of internal equipment (behind grilles)
Roof grilles (etched)
Side grilles (etched)
Tender ladder

Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)

Cosmetic screw link coupling
Pipework - pre-fitted to front
Pipework - pre-fitted to rear
Sprung buffers

Cab, footplate & interior detail

Detailed & painted
Glazing
Seating
Window wipers

Chassis/underframe detail

Brake rigging chassis
Correct-thickness "stamped" rods
Fluted connecting rods with oily finish
Footsteps
Pipework
Sand boxes
Sanding gear

Tender

Has easy-to-use coupling to loco
Has enclosure for speaker
Houses digital decoder
Houses PCB

Wheel "aesthetics"

Chemically-blackened
Metal-pin point bearings
Painted

Mechanical

Body Construction

Plastic with metal parts

Chassis construction

Heavy diecast

Coupling socket/mounting

NEM pockets

Coupling type

Tension lock

Loco-driven wheels (number of)

6 wheels

Minimum radius

Radius 2

Separating the body from the chassis

Secured with one or more screws

Weighting (to assist adhesion)

Within body
Within chassis

Electrical

DCC Capability:

DCC Ready. 21-pin socket

DCC speaker

Provision for 28mm round speaker

Motor location

Locomotive

Motor type

5-pole with flywheel

Pickups

All wheels

Power collection

2 rail DC

Working lights

Cab light
Directional headlights & tail lights