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Comparison of OO Class 04 models

Rapido Trains UK OO Class 04 Bachmann Branchline OO Class 04 Bachmann Branchline OO Class 04
Manufacturer Rapido Trains UK Bachmann Branchline Bachmann Branchline
Year model introduced 1905 1997 2013
DCC Capability DCC suitability unknown DCC incompatible. Split Chassis DCC Ready. 6-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Exhausts No Yes
Yes
Handrails No Yes
Yes
Headlamp No Yes
Yes
Horn(s) No Yes
Yes
Lamp irons No Yes
Yes
Chassis/underframe detail
Air tank No Yes
Yes
Correct-thickness "stamped" rods No Yes
Yes
Footsteps No Yes
Yes
Sand boxes No Yes
Yes
Sanding gear No Yes
Yes
Cab, footplate & interior detail
Crew figure(s) No Yes
Yes
Detailed No Yes
Yes
Glazing No Yes
Yes
Wheel "aesthetics"
Painted No Yes
Yes
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)
Cosmetic coupling - hook only No Yes
Yes
Front valance No Yes
Yes
Sprung buffers No Yes
Yes
Mechanical
Body Construction No Plastic with metal parts
Plastic with metal parts
Chassis construction No Plastic & metal
Plastic & metal
Loco-driven wheels (number of) No 2 wheels
2 wheels
Minimum radius No Radius 1
Radius 1
Coupling socket/mounting
NEM pockets No Yes
Yes
Coupling type No Tension lock
Tension lock
Weighting (to assist adhesion)
Within chassis No Yes
Yes
Separating the body from the chassis No Secured with one or more screws
Secured with one or more screws
Electrical
Motor type No 3-pole
3-pole
Motor location No Centre of chassis
Centre of chassis
Power collection No 2 rail DC
2 rail DC
Pickups No All wheels
All wheels
DCC speaker No No provision for speaker
No provision for speaker
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