Bachmann Branchline OO Class 150 'Sprinter' (2008)
Dave Martin
Model overview
150143 near Manchester Piccadilly in May 2014. ©Clagmaster
Class 150 'Sprinter'
Scale: OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Manufacturer: Bachmann Branchline - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2008
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Manufacturer: Bachmann Branchline - Manufacturer Profile
First Introduced: 2008
DCC Capability: DCC Ready. 21-pin socket
Bodyshell
Bodyshells represented (of Prototypes) |
Class 150/1 Class 150/2 |
Detailing
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details |
Destination blinds/ box Door handles Door interlock lights Door steps Etched exhaust surround Exhausts Gangway corridor connectors Handrails Lamp irons Radio antenna Vents |
Bufferbeam detail (in detailing pack) |
Cosmetic BSI coupling Snow plough |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) |
Underframe-mounted horns |
Cab, footplate & interior detail |
Crew figure(s) Detailed & painted Detailed guards compartment Glazing Passenger figures Seating Tables Window wipers |
Chassis/underframe detail |
Air tank Battery box Engine Engine pipework Exhaust silencer Footsteps Fuel tank Sanding gear |
Wheel "aesthetics" |
Chemically-blackened Painted |
Mechanical
Body Construction |
Plastic with metal parts |
Chassis construction |
Plastic & metal |
Coupling socket/mounting |
Drawbar coupling NEM pockets |
Coupling type |
Tension lock (Ends) & Drawbar (Between each coach) |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
4 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 |
Electrical
DCC Capability: |
DCC Ready. 21-pin socket |
DCC speaker |
Provision for a speaker (dimensions unknown) |
Motor location |
End of chassis |
Motor type |
5-pole with flywheel |
Pickups |
All wheels |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
Working lights |
Directional headlights & tail lights Interior lighting |
