Hornby OO Class 87 (2023)
Model overview
87001 'Stephenson' at Stafford in August 2003. ©Steve Jones
Class 87
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Hornby - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2023
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Manufacturer: Hornby - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2023
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Door handles Handrails Jumper cables Lamp irons Nameplates - plastic - require fitting Pantograph - Brecknell Willis high-speed Pantograph - Cross-arm Radio antenna Roof railing Roof-mounted electrical components |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) |
Pipework (for front) Pipework (for rear) |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Cosmetic coupling - hook only Lifeguard Sprung buffers |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Detailed Glazing Seating Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Compressor Electrical equipment Footsteps Pipework Sanding gear |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Diecast |
Coupling socket/mounting |
NEM pockets |
Coupling type |
Tension lock |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
8 wheels |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
Separating the body from the chassis |
Use plastic card (credit card format ideal) to slide between lower body and chassis, then undo lugs |
Weighting (to assist adhesion) |
Within chassis |
Working cosmetic features |
Pantograph (Unpowered but poseable) |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
Provision for 15x11mm rectangular speaker |
Motor location |
Centre of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole with two flywheels |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Cab light Directional headlights & tail lights |
