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Comparison of HO Class 66 models

Mehano HO Class 66 ESU HO Class 66 Heljan HO Class 66
Manufacturer Mehano ESU Heljan
Year model introduced 2005 2014 2016
DCC Capability DCC suitability unknown DCC Ready. 21-pin socket DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes)
Class 66 - Standard, as introduced No Yes
Yes
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details
Air Conditioning Unit No Yes
No
Exhausts No Yes
Yes
Fan Grill (etched) No Yes
Yes
Handrails No Yes
Yes
Horn(s) No Yes
Yes
Jumper cables No Yes
Yes
Lamp irons No Yes
Yes
Side grilles (etched) No Yes
Yes
Chassis/underframe detail
Battery box No Yes
Yes
Footsteps No Yes
Yes
Fuel tank No Yes
Yes
Sanding gear No Yes
Yes
Speedometer cable No No Yes
Cab, footplate & interior detail
Detailed No Yes
No
Detailed & painted No No Yes
Glazing No Yes
Yes
Seating No Yes
Yes
Window wipers No Yes
Yes
Wheel "aesthetics"
Chemically-blackened No Yes
Yes
Traction tyres No Yes
No
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted)
Cosmetic coupling - hook only No No Yes
Cosmetic screw link coupling No Yes
No
Front valance No Yes
Yes
Lifeguard No Yes
Yes
Pipework - pre-fitted to front No Yes
Yes
Pipework - pre-fitted to rear No Yes
Yes
Sprung buffers No Yes
Yes
Mechanical
Chassis construction No Heavy diecast
Diecast
Minimum radius No Radius 2
Radius 2
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 5-pole with flywheel
5-pole with two flywheels
Motor location No Centre of chassis
Centre of chassis
Power collection No 2 or 3 rail DC
2 rail DC
Working lights
Cab light No Yes
No
Directional headlights & tail lights No Yes
Yes
Pickups No All wheels
All wheels
DCC speaker No Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown)
Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown)
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