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Comparison of OO Class 390 'Pendolino' models
Manufacturer | Dapol | Hornby |
Year model introduced | 2001 | 2007 |
DCC Capability | DCC compatible but no socket | DCC Ready. 8-pin socket |
Detailing | ||
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
Nameplates - plastic - pre-fitted | No |
Yes |
Pantograph - Brecknell Willis high-speed |
Yes |
Yes |
Roof-mounted electrical components | No |
Yes |
Cab, footplate & interior detail | ||
Detailed | No |
Yes |
Glazing |
Yes |
Yes |
Window wipers |
Yes |
Yes |
Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
Chemically-blackened |
Yes |
Yes |
Traction tyres | No |
Yes |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
Front valance |
Yes |
Yes |
Mechanical | ||
Body Construction |
Plastic |
Plastic |
Working cosmetic features | ||
Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) |
Yes |
Yes |
Tilting Mechanism |
Yes |
Yes |
Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
Plastic & metal |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
4 wheels |
4 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Radius 2 |
Coupling socket/mounting | ||
Drawbar coupling | No |
Yes |
Coupling type |
Proprietary coupling between coaches. No end couplings. |
Proprietary coupling between coaches. No end couplings. |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) | ||
Within chassis |
Yes |
Yes |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Body clips off from chassis |
Body clips off from chassis |
Electrical | ||
Motor type |
5-pole with flywheel |
5-pole (standard) |
Motor location |
1 bogie mounted |
1 bogie mounted |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
2 rail DC |
Working lights | ||
Directional headlights & tail lights |
Yes |
Yes |
Pickups |
Power Car only |
Power Car only |
DCC speaker |
No provision for speaker |
No provision for speaker |
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